Rapid Rehousing Lead - Kent CLC Program

Our Commitment to Equity
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary

This is a leadership position that will support program directors in providing high-quality service delivery and task supervision to direct service staff. Supports low-income youth and young adults who may have experience in foster care, homelessness, disconnection from school, juvenile justice and/or other systems in developing the skills to live independently. Provides specialized support to youth and young adults in education, job readiness/employment, housing, or other designated field. Develops strong collaborative community relationships and provides extensive information and referral services. Creates a welcoming and supportive environment at the YMCA.

This position will work across all three Kent sites - Birch Creek, Valli Kee, and Cascade - Monday-Friday, mid-shift, at least 32 hours/week.

This position is at the Social Impact Center Y, the social services branch of YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS). The mission of the Social Impact Center Y is to accelerate young people’s ability to build safe, successful, and happy lives. Every year, we serve 5,000 children, youth, young adults, and families across King County with programs that aim to strengthen young people’s ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors; navigating systems towards successful life transition; ensuring stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. The Social Impact Center Y’s programs include housing, behavioral health, foster care licensing, violence prevention, education, and employment. Many of the young people we serve have had involvement in the foster care, criminal justice system, and/or homelessness systems.

What You Will Get From Working at The Y

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Retirement with generous employer contributions
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO)
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs

Hiring range: $28-34/hr

Schedule: Monday through Friday 9a-5:30p, hybrid with 2 days required in office or in community

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is committed to providing a positive atmosphere that prioritizes safety and inclusivity for all employees. The YMCA of Greater Seattle has implemented safety standards and protocols related to preventative health measures based on CDC and local health department guidelines.

1. Supports Program Director(s) in ensuring high-quality service delivery, contract compliance and outcome achievement; must understand contract/grant terms and conditions.
2. Provides task supervision to Rapid Rehousing staff and supports staff in the Program Director’s absence.
3. Receives Rapid Rehousing (RRH) referrals from the Coordinated Entry System and coordinates with referring agency to ensure the referral is a positive service match.
4. Using motivational interviewing, connects directly with young adult referrals to the Rapid Rehousing program to explain program expectations, rental subsidy model, and provides realistic, alternative options if RRH is not a good fit for the individual.
5. Completes intakes, ensuring participants are aware of their rights and expectations and have fully and accurately completed all required paperwork.
6. Assesses client self-sufficiency and provides appropriate and accurate resources unique to clients' goals and needs.
7. Attends Coordinated Entry case consulting meetings to provide necessary program information to community partners.
8. Regularly updates and supports internal resource lists. Keeps track of community resources and trends across King County.
9. Actively engages with community resources to be able to quickly connect participants to relevant organizations.
10. Performs resource navigation and consults with permanent housing clients on an as needed basis. This may involve accessing a resource with a client in real time in person or virtually depending on client needs.
11. Collaborate effectively with case managers, supervisors, peers, and outside professionals to meet the needs of housing program participants.
12. Completes required documentation within program deadlines and reports all critical incidents and adheres to YMCA program rules and procedures.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.

Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

You should be 18 years of age and have:

1. Current state approved first-aid certification. *
2. Current state approved community CPR certification. *
3. Experience in working with youth the same age as those to be supervised.
4. One year of experience or more in program planning preferred.
5. Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
6. Knowledge of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate practices.
7. Knowledge of Seattle School District Academic Learning Standards for the age group and designated subject area.
8. Knowledge of core curriculum components of assigned school.
9. Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

*Within first 30 days or first available training

You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:

• Thrive on working in a collaborative environment
• Are very adaptable
• Have high ownership and strong work ethic
• Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet
• Truly enjoy being of service to people
• Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together
• Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all

At the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment. 

Become a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities. 

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to recruiting@seattleymca.org.

MISSION STATEMENT:

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

OUR VALUES:

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence