YFS Specialist

• Multiple Dental Plan Options
• Vision Plan Options
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Discount Gym Memberships with Certain Medical Enrollment
• On the Job Training & CPR/First Aid Certification

Minimum Qualifications: and Experience:

• 1.
• High School Diploma/GED and 2.
• Reliable transportation, valid Oregon driver’s license (or the ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of hire) with a driving record that permits coverage under the agency’s corporate auto liability policy and personal automobile liability insurance.
• 3.
• Complete core competency training within the first three (3) months of employment.
• 4.
• Obtain CPR and First Aid Card and food handlers’ card within first three (3) months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications: and Experience:

• 1.
• Experience administering medication in a regulated or supervised setting.
• 2.
• Experience implementing service plans.
• 3.
• Experience collaborating with medical, mental health (including suicide prevention), substance use treatment programs, homeless shelters, educational institutions, and a range of social service organizations.
• 4.
• Experience supporting families experiencing poverty, foster care involvement, housing instability, employment barriers, and transitional services in the public and private sector.
• 5.
• Familiarity with Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) programs, especially those related to child welfare, self-sufficiency, and housing, and the ability to navigate and advocate within these systems on behalf of residents.
• 6.
• Prior demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and coordinate youth activities is a plus.

Required to demonstrate Job Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• 1.
• Developmental, physical, emotional, and social needs and challenges faced by families, including young mothers.
• 2.
• Apply trauma-informed principles when working with participants who may have experienced adverse childhood experiences, fostering a supportive and empathetic environment.
• 3.
• Working with diverse populations, demonstrating sensitivity to various cultural backgrounds and experiences.
• 4.
• Proficiency in essential computer skills, including Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel, for managing case files and documentation.
• 5.
• Strong understanding of person-centered approaches to support the unique needs of participants in the Yough & Family Services programs.
• 6.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized Service Plans, ensuring alignment with participants’ goals and needs.
• 7.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills for complex or high-stress situations.
• 8.
• General knowledge of the 5 Protective Factors framework to support family well-being and child development.
• 9.
• Complete and follow-through on tasks accurately, document, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
• 10.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for clear and respectful interactions.
• 11.
• Flexibility and willingness to cover shifts and adapt to changing staffing needs to support program continuity.
• 12.
• Adhere to program regulations and protocols, ensuring compliance and accountability.
• 13.
• Strength-based principles, de-escalation techniques, and a calm, responsive approach to challenging and stressful situations.
• 14.
• Facilitate skill building and recreational activities.

Essential Position Functions and Key Work Processes

ALL Youth and Family Services (YFS) Specialists

YFS Specialists primary assignment – Rainbow Lodge Respite Services

YFS Specialists primary assignment – St. Joseph Family Shelter (SJFS)

YFS Specialists primary assignment – Father Taaffe Homes (FTH)

1. Work directly with pregnant and newly parenting mothers aged 12-20 who are experiencing adversity and challenges to self-sufficiency while living temporarily in the Father Taaffe Program. 2. Support the Program Manager/Director in providing orientation for new families moving into the Father Taaffe Program, ensuring they understand the policies and resources.