ALBA Youth Crisis Intervention and Stabilization Coordinator [015]

$24.14 an hour. Full-time; Sunday through Wednesday, 10pm to 8:30am

470 SE 165th Ave, Portland, OR 97233

Transform Lives, Transform Yourself:

Are you eager to be a part of the change and care that supports youth in our community? Do you have experience that could be an assurance and lift for young people facing houselessness to help them with the skills and resources to lead healthy, independent lives? New Avenues for Youth seeks a compassionate and resilient Youth Crisis Intervention and Stabilization Coordinator to join our Alba Collaborative team.

As a Youth Crisis Intervention and Stabilization Coordinator you'll be a consistent and intentional guide for youth navigating difficult paths. Your unique perspective, experience, and resilience will foster opportunity and empower young people to be more prepared and resourced to move through challenging moments and reach their unique goals.

Join New Avenues and...

Make an Impact: Provide consistent support, guidance around resources, and advocacy.
Thrive in a Supportive Team: Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are celebrated.
Grow as a Professional: Receive ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement.
Enjoy a Robust Benefits Package: We value your well-being and offer a robust benefits package that includes:
Full health, vision, and dental insurance at zero cost to the employee (with options to cover family members), to ensure your physical and mental health are prioritized.
Generous holiday, personal, and paid time off (PTO) allowances to support your work-life balance and personal needs. Roughly five weeks of available time in year one with an additional week added in year two.
Discounted gym memberships to encourage a healthy and active lifestyle.
Access to free counseling services to help you manage stress and maintain your emotional health.

Our Commitment to Equity:

At New Avenues for Youth, we envision a community where all young people thrive. We recognize that historical inequities and intersecting forms of oppression have created barriers for many. We are unwavering in our commitment to dismantling these barriers and fostering a truly equitable space where every voice is heard and valued.

Who You Are:

Cool, calm, and collected - You understand how to support youth in crisis, including assessments, safety planning, and de-escalation
Organized - You are able to balance competing priorities including supporting youth, managing needs on site, and completion of tasks
Excellent communicator - you can meet youth where they're at and effectively support team coordination (written, verbal, training)
* Experienced: You have faced and overcome challenges related to substance use, mental health, and/or houselessness. Your experience is a source of strength and fuels your compassion and care.

Compassionate Listener: You offer empathy without judgment, creating a safe space for young people to share their stories and struggles.
Reliable Advocate: You are committed to showing up consistently, building trust, and following through on your promises to young people.
Growth-Oriented: You embrace continuous learning, seeking new knowledge and skills to better support yourself and the youth you serve.
Equity: You understand how systemic oppression impacts the lives of youth in programs and the systems that you will support youth in navigating. You approach this world with humility and a deep sense of growth and learning.

What You'll Do:

Support Youth in Crisis: Coordinate after-hours, immediate crisis intervention to youth ages 9-17 who access Alba's emergency shelter program
Respond to Youth Needs: This includes mobile response in community and across sites, assessment and safety planning, intake and emergency housing placement, de-escalation, and individualized support.
Empower Through Advocacy: Help young people navigate complex systems, access resources, collaborate and coordinate with other providers, and make informed decisions about their own recovery journey.
* Provide Program Operation Support: Coordinate coverage across sites, training, inventory and stock for program supply, medication management, safety protocol management, other administrative tasks as assigned.

Document the Journey: Maintain and review client and financial records with a focus on accuracy and timeliness, ensuring that our programs have the data they need to thrive and continue serving those who need it most.

Qualifications:

Desire to work with multicultural staff and youth in a diverse setting.
Proven ability and commitment to working with BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ youth, staff, and community members as well as other providers, particularly with understanding of Trauma-Informed Care, Positive Youth Development and Strength-Based approaches.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including detail-oriented coordination and documentation.
Must have access to an automobile, a valid driver's license, and active auto insurance.
Must be willing to be CPR trained and certified, as well as maintain a Food Handler's Card.
A minimum two years working with high-risk youth and families, crisis intervention experience preferred
Must have significant work and life experience OR a college degree in social work, psychology or related human services field
Bilingual (English/Spanish speaking) candidates preferred

Apply Today:

If you're ready to use your desire to ignite hope and inspire change, we encourage you to apply today by simply clicking on the 'Apply for Job' button at the bottom of this screen and attach your resume and cover letter.

New Avenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.