Overnight Youth Care Advocate-The Summit Brockton

OldColony Y’s job description outlines the Youth Care Advocate’s responsibilities, competencies, qualifications, and expectations for supporting resident safety and program operations. [1] [2] • Core Program Duties: Under the Shift Supervisor’s direction, the Youth Care Advocate monitors residents and maintains a safe, secure environment while following YMCA and DYS policies. Duties include supervising activities, conducting intake and termination procedures, maintaining records, supporting meals and recreation, responding to crises, reporting suspected child abuse, completing monthly reports, and maintaining unit cleanliness.

• Operational Expectations: The role requires teamwork, adherence to schedules, dress code, emergency and fiscal procedures, staff meetings, and training. The Youth Care Advocate may receive Person in Charge responsibilities, assist other programs, and obtain approval before leaving the unit to ensure staff coverage. • Competencies and Qualifications: The position emphasizes the Y’s values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility, along with mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.

Applicants must be at least 21, have a high school education and related work experience, and be able to meet physical program needs, including restraining juveniles weighing approximately 200 pounds. [1] [3]