TRANSITIONAL AGE YOUTH PROGRAM COORDINATOR

BENEFITS THAT BENEFIT YOU

FREE YMCA Family Gym Membership and Program Discounts

FREE Medical HMO Plans Available, Long-term Disability, Employee Assistance Programs, Basic Life Insurance

Affordable Medical PPO Option

Education Assistance Program Up To $1,500 per year

YMCA Retirement Fund

Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, and Holidays

Flexible Schedule What does an Transitional Age Youth Program Coordinator do?

Support Program Director with recruiting, onboarding, training, scheduling, and direct supervision of program staff, interns, and volunteers

Utilize program assessments and screening tools in collaboration with youth to inform priorities of the individual service plan and make appropriate internal and external referrals for services

Oversee data entry into the Santa Barbara County Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) to track participant demographics, eligibility, and program engagement

Utilize program databases to monitor and reflect program contacts, activities, and outcomes

Ensure client records and documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and confidential

Assist with completion of various monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reporting requirements

Maintain working knowledge of local community resources and provide youth with referrals to other agencies for services when appropriate

Attend meetings with community partners to establish collaborative relationships, coordinate services, and promote continuity of care

Conduct community presentations to increase awareness and referrals to Youth and Family Services programs

Support youth to enhance their education, vocation, relationships and communication, independent living skills, physical health, mental health, and more

Assist with meeting basic needs of youth without judgment or personal opinion, building positive relationships to encourage continued progress on goals

Effectively work in a team-based care model to ensure youth receive well rounded, consistent, and coordinated support

Maintain a controlled and safe environment for youth to ensure their physical, emotional, and psychological safety, assisting with daily cleaning/sanitization and organization of workspace areas

Supervise program participants

Attend meetings as required to discuss program updates, report on cases, and identify service delivery needs

Demonstrate effective professional boundaries, self-care measures, and seek support from direct supervisors when in need of assistance, additional trainings, or accommodations

Comply with mandated reporting including timely verbal and written notice to Child Welfare Services and documentation in organization's risk management software ADDITIONAL SPECIALIZED DUTIES BY PROGRAM AREA

Housing

Serve as lead for the Transitional Living Program and housing programs

Assist with housing navigation, search, and landlord recruitment efforts

Maintain and upkeep residential facilities and intake centers Outreach

Identify priority areas and strategies for successful street-based outreach to engage at-risk 18-24 years of age adults and perform outreach with staff at designated times

Operate Youth Coordinated Entry System checkpoints at various locations to quickly identify, assess, and connect youth in crisis to housing and services

Perform street-based outreach, walking/traveling specified routes to locate and engage with at-risk

18-24 years of age to offer supportive services and immediate resources Our Commitment to Belonging

At the Channel Islands YMCA, we are committed to building bridges within our communities. We aspire to create spaces, experiences, and a culture where all people belong and feel connected.

Must be at least 21 years old

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

2 years of related work experience

Complete required certifications within 60 days of hire

Complete all required Branch and Position specific trainings as required within two weeks of hire

Ability to obtain a criminal record clearance

Maintain a valid California driver's license, active participation in the California DMV Pull Program, an acceptable driving record and approval status as determined by the Channel Islands YMCA and/or its insurance carrier

Health Screening Report and negative TB test required prior to first day of employment