HYC Drop-in Center Support/Data Specialist (Full Time)

HYC Drop-in Center Support/Data Specialist(Full Time)

Location: Woonsocket, RI

Position Summary

This position is based in a drop-in center for youth ages 12-25 from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are in need of a dynamic individual who is passionate about working with this age group and youth facing significant challenges. This individual works closely with the Director, Manager, staff, and clients to ensure the smooth operation of all HYC programming through a trauma-informed lens.

Responsibilities

1) Data Support: Take the lead on supporting staff with data collection, entry, and reporting in accordance with contractual obligations.

Supporting Actions: Become familiar with all program funding contracts and their expected outcomes, and ensure that all outcome reports and databases are being managed correctly by appropriate staff. Ensure that responsible staff are entering relevant data correctly and on time. Generate reports, graphs, charts, etc. when requested. Distribute requested information to other staff as appropriate and follow up as needed to ensure responses are completed accurately and on time. Supervise all data-relevant activities and duties with staff, assist in database training when needed, and familiarize yourself with all databases and outcomes required in the department.

2) Drop-in Center Support: Support the daily operations of the Harbour Youth Center by assisting with Drop-in Center operations

Supporting Actions: Be present and actively engaged in the Drop-in Center activities during peak after-school hours. Assist with admitting youth, completing the Intake process, and engaging in whatever activities are offered during this time. Identify youth who in need of additional support and meet with them one on one to identify issues and assist youth to resolve these issues. When additional support is needed, connect with families and make appropriate referrals both within CCA and external providers, following through to successful connection.

3) Crisis intervention and de-escalation:

Supporting Actions: Support the Director, Manager, and staff to intervene in any crisis situations that may arise with youth. Be able to screen youth for safety and connect youth with appropriate emergency services depending on the severity of the situation and the youth's mental well-being. Support their families to communicate with any internal or external mental health providers in which a youth may currently be receiving services. Deliver interventions in a trauma-informed and as holistic a manner as possible by offering wrap-around services to youth and their families.

Education and Experience:

Demonstrated educational background or work experience with both youth and data management. 1- 2 years minimum.

Job Competencies

* Strong organizational, administrative, and time management skills. Initiative and judgment to independently problem solve and prioritize.

* Experience with youth in diverse, urban settings.

* Bi-lingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Youth-centered, youth-focused framework and thoughtfulness.

* Initiative and ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

* Ability to de-escalate crises.

* Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.

* Proficient in Microsoft and Google platforms.

* Strong commitment to promoting just and equitable practices.

* Ability to work one evening a week

Salary based on experience and skill set

Benefits

Community Care Alliance offers competitive salaries based on experience, skills and performance, a comprehensive benefits package, and great quality of work/life.

• Generous vacation, sick time and holidays.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage as well as voluntary vision and AFLAC supplemental coverage.
• 403b with matching after 6 months of employment.
• Flexible Spending (FSA) and Dependent Care (DCA) accounts.
• Agency-paid group life insurance; long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure/certification bonuses.
• Employee referral program as well as bilingual skills premium.
• On-site or nearby parking available at most buildings; mileage reimbursement for client and business related use of your personal vehicle.

To apply for this opening please visit our website www.communitycareri.org and select "Careers" and then "Current Openings" to fill out an application and upload your cover letter and resume.

About Us

Community Care Alliance provides an array of services and supports that are linked together so people can access help for their unique situations. Our goal is to help all members of our community become healthier, more self-reliant, and better informed to meet their economic, social, and emotional challenges.

Community Care Alliance is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.

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