Career Opportunities

YOUTH ADVOCATE Part-Time/Full-Time

Provide direct care for youth and families under the guidance of Case manager and Coordinators. Be a positive role model while treating everyone with dignity and respect.

Qualifications:

Must be 21 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED. Will need a driver’s license and clean driving record. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Part time and full-time positions available. 

CASE MANAGER

The Case Manager is charged with the responsibility for the physical and emotional well being of the residents of Youth Emergency Services, Inc.  Work involves responsibility for the following:  safety of the residents; cleanliness of Youth Emergency Services, Inc.; providing a good role model; offering emotional support; and creating a homelike atmosphere in the house.  Must be able to change as the job changes.

 

Qualifications: 

GED or High School Diploma and be at least 21 years of age.  Bachelor’s Degree preferred. 

  1. Receive new residents and participate in intake process.
  2. Supervise and participate in recreational activities of youth.
  3. Provide emotional support for the youth, i.e. be willing to listen, help with problems and give guidance and discipline.
  4. Transport residents as needed i.e. school, medical appointments, etc.
  5. Prepare nutritious meals following the assigned menu.
  6. Supervise whereabouts of youth.
  7. Help youth follow the rules of Youth Emergency Services, Inc.
  8. Ensure the cleanliness of the house and grounds.
    1. check special duties assigned to youth
    2. Supervise assigned chores.
  9. Supervise personal and laundry needs of the youth.
  10. Communicate with coordinator and therapists concerning youth.
  11. Attend meetings as necessary for smooth operation of Youth Emergency Services, Inc. and to ensure good communication among staff members.
  12. Attend court, Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings and develop case plans for assigned clients
  13. Write pertinent information in log and communications notebook and monthly reports.
  14. Handle telephone calls and referrals.
  15. Brief incoming staff as necessary.
  16. Work as and role model a team member.
  17. Provide CPR/First Aid as needed
  18. Ability to restrain clients in accordance with Mandt procedures
  19. Follow all rules/policies of Youth Emergency Services, Inc.

ASSISTANT COORDINATOR

General Description:

The Assistant Coordinator provides case management in addition to supporting the Program Coordinator by being responsible for the day to day operation of the Program when the Coordinator is not present.

Qualifications:

Minimum GED or High School Diploma and be at least 21 years of age. At least 2 years experience in youth services. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

1. Ability to perform requirements of Case Manager and Youth Advocate

2. Provide case management for clients as directed by Coordinator

3. Review referrals with Therapy and Education making recommendation on acceptance

4. Address staff/disciplinary issues in absence of coordinator

5. Assist with hiring, interviewing, supervision, support, training and evaluations as needed

6. Assist with scheduling, assuring adequate coverage, and anticipating demands.

7. Facilitate grievance process

8. Responsible for ensuring client logs and aftercare program are complete

9. Direct case management and maintaining case load as needed.

10. Supervision of case management and treatment plans.

11. Ensure the Agency’s mission, policies and procedures are followed.

12. Work as a team member.

13. Follow all rules/policies of Youth Emergency Services, Inc.

14. Ability to change as the job changes

Skills and Abilities:

1. Strong oral and written communication skills.

2. Maintain confidentiality always in regards to both clients and personnel issues.

3. Organized, thorough, assertive, and proactive.

4. Positive work ethic, willingness and ability to allow for a flexible schedule.

5. Understanding of and ability to promote teamwork.

6. Experience in Therapeutic intervention and treatment.

7. Ability to change as the job changes

Salary: $38,854.40 – $55,161.60 per year

Benefits:

 

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
 

THERAPIST

The Therapist (licensed & provisional) work under the supervision of the Clinical Director to provide individual, group therapy, and career/job skill assessment to YES House School students. Will perform evaluations, intakes, MDTs, treatment plans, and other duties as needed. Participates in normal on call rotation. Will follow Wyoming Professional License, rules and regulation for professional standards. Must be proficient/efficient with computers and various software programs, including electronic documentation.

A master’s degree in a mental health discipline or related field is required. Licensed or provisional licensure as a mental health professional is required. Must be able to complete DCI background check, abuse & neglect registry check as well as other post-offer/pre-employment checks. MSW and provisional/Full licensure is preferred, must be proficient/efficient with computers and various software programs, including electronic documentation. The YES House is an equal opportunity employer.

The Y.E.S. House is a private, non-profit agency, is located in Gillette, Wyoming. Services are provided to young people, ages 5 to 21, and their families. Our goal is to keep families together whenever possible and appropriate.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $54,129.60 – $76,032.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS DIRECTOR

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Service field, with consideration given for an advanced Degree and Non-profit youth service executive leadership experience preferred. Experience with grant writing, grant management, and program implementation, also preferred.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

1. The Community Programs Director, as a member of the Y.E.S. House leadership team, is responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and oversite of programs and personnel to ensure the highest quality services are provided to youth, families, and young adults to achieve the agencies mission.

2. Provide program direction, oversight, and support of the Transitional Living Programs, Mentorship, and Learn and Grow programs, employees, and youth.

3. Provide direction, oversight, and support of the Y.E.S. House maintenance department, to include facility planning, budgeting, project management. Plan, direct, and support maintenance of landscaping and grounds.

4. The Community Programs Director is responsible for overseeing YES House Staff in meeting all licensing, certifying and accreditation standards and meeting with personnel as site visits are conducted. Respond to corrections or recommendations that are suggested by the visiting agency.

5. Maintain and ensure updates are made to CARF standards and practices. Attend committee meetings, write policy, conduct quality assurance checks, review services, business practices, respond to information. Plan, and implement strategies to complete reports, implement new or revised standards.

6. Assist the Development Director and Foundation Director in specific grant writing/management tasks including grant reporting, project management for new grants, and data entry requirements.

7. Responsible for ensuring that local and state and federal standards and codes are followed. Conduct monthly, quarterly and yearly safety, vehicle, Fire, Health, inspections.

8. Review incident reports and provide training and/or guidance to agency staff.

9. Responsible for ensuring that the entire agency operates under established policies that are reviewed on a regular basis.

10. Assist the Executive Director in the promotion of the value and achievement of outcomes in the programs and services offered.

11. Attend Coordinator’s meetings, safety committee meetings, Employee Appreciation Committee meetings, periodically attend staff meetings and additional meetings as needed.

12. Responsible to take on job duties of the other Directors when they are taking Paid Time Off or unable to fulfill their job.

13. Responsible for developing and /or maintaining community partnerships and agency programs that support the agency carrying out its mission as a community-based youth and family service provider.

14. Assist the Executive Director in attending monthly meetings that the YES House has membership in.

15. Provide public presentations on the Y.E.S. House services and advocate for youth and families.

16. Facilitate community focus groups, gather input from the board, staff, clients, stakeholders and the community and report on the outcome.

17. Plan and facilitate the Y.E.S. House Strategic Plan. Implement and accomplish the goals and objectives of the Strategic Plan and generate reports.

18. Organize and facilitate Y.E.S. House fundraising events with YES House staff members.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $70,862.58 – $106,293.87 per year

Benefits:

 

  • 403(b) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL

  • Essential Functions

    · Ensure proper care of lawn and trees.

    · Operate a riding lawnmower

    · Operate a weed trimmer

    · Utilize various hand tools and power tools

    · Removal of weeds and spraying to prevent weeds

    · Snow removal in the winter time with plow, snowblower or snow shovel

    · Light maintenance in buildings including but not limited to drywall repair and painting.

    · Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

    · Obtain quotes for work needed on grounds by outside vendors.

    · Other duties as assigned.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    · Good time management and organization skills

    · Good problem solving skills

    · Able to work with minimal direct supervision.

    · Ability to change as the job changes.

    · Other duties as assigned

    Required Experience, Education, Certification

    · High school diploma or GED

    · Valid drivers license

    · Previous maintenance or groundskeeping experience.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $16.50 – $20.63 per hour

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Day shift
    • On call
    • Weekend availability

HOW TO APPLY

BY MAIL
Y.E.S. House Inc.
Attention: Human Resources
PO Box 2151
Gillette, WY 82717
BY FAX
(307) 686-2121