Resource Center Specialist On-call in Yakima, Washington at Rod s House

Position Information

Title: Resource Center Specialist On-call

FLSA Status: Hourly, Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Location: Resource Center

Reports to: Resource Center Program Manager

Job Description

The Resource Center Specialist is an integral part of the work that we do on a daily basis at the Resource Center. The Resource Center Specialist helps support a wide-spectrum of needs for youth and young adults experiencing homelessness. The Resource Center Specialist needs to be passionate about working with young people, model positive behavior each day, flexible in an often rapidly changing environment, and client-focused in all interactions with young people. The Resource Center Specialist is a team player and also a leader.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prep and serve meals to young people

• Ensure young people are adhering to guidelines for the Resource Center

• Perform general housekeeping duties for downstairs and upstairs public spaces including, but not limited to, cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, organizing

• Build authentic relationships with young people accessing the Resource Center

• Provide general assistance and support as directed

• Maintain a positive, non-judgmental, trauma-informed approach

• Actively seek opportunities to be inclusive and equitable.

• Proven ability to create a system or process when one does not exist

• Complete all duties as assigned and other duties as required

Education and/or Experience

• At least 1 year of experience working directly with youth (ages 13-17) and young adults (ages 18-24), particularly youth and young adults experiencing homelessness Required

• High school diploma or GED Required

• Experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, specifically severe mental illnesses and substance use disorders Preferred

Salary/Compensation and Benefits

• Starting hourly wage of $17.30

• Medical, Dental, and Vision

• Vacation time

• Sick time

• Opportunity for career growth and professional development.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be at least 21 years of age Required

• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance Required

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements

Shifts could include evening, early mornings, or weekends, including holidays. This position requires interactions with young people experiencing homelessness and with community members, social service providers, and other organizations.. Physical requirements for the position include frequent walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, grasping, climbing, and repetitive motions. This position could require exerting up to 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, pull, or move objects. Ability to safely drive company cars and vans are strongly preferred.