Join The Youth Connection Team!

The TYCCA Case Management Youth Advisors will provide case management services to TYCCA youth to ensure their needs are met to promote successful outcomes and program completion. Case Management Youth Advisors will coordinate and provide life skills development, career planning, coaching and supportive services.  These services can include but are not limited to assistance with housing, food, child care, transportation, mental health support and referrals.  The primary goal is to help participants find and obtain job related resources, post-secondary education opportunities, and supportive services.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Develop and maintain contacts with organizations and educational institutions making TYCCA presentations for the purpose of outreach, recruitment, and securing opportunities for TYCCA youth.
• Provide orientation to youth on the services and eligibility requirements
• Assist clients with determining eligibility, registering, and accessing community and social service needs. Provide transportation as necessary for clients (either directly or indirectly) to ensure clients are able to take advantage of needed services and all required program activities.
• Maintain at least twice a month contact with assigned youth making additional contact as needed to ensure appropriate follow-up and reporting
• Ensure youth participate in life skills and other trainings and workshops to develop the skills necessary to achieve economic independence and effective life skill management. 
• Work with Job Developer to assess client skills and interests to provide career planning, post-secondary education opportunities, and job placement assistance
• Maintain accurate, up to date client files.
• Assist with youth summer employment and site monitoring
• Conduct worksite visits as required for program compliance
• Provide exited youth with 12 months of follow-up support to assist clients as needed in maintaining self-sufficiency after completing career academies programs and services
• Meet all grant/contract requirements
• Attend field trips, camping trips, conferences, professional developments, group outings, and home visits
• All other duties as requested by management to help improve the lives of all client participants

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Ability to work flexible hours
• Background checks and clearances as required
• Valid Driver’s License proof of insurance
• Must have reliable transportation and willing to travel

REQUIRED JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

• Must have case management experience with youth ages 14 -24.
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook), & Google Drive

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, human services, or a related field
• Two years’ experience working with youth and young adults
• Must be able to navigate virtual platforms (i.e. Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide high-level program support to President & CEO/Chief Operating Officer by conducting research, program coordination, preparing statistical reports, handling information requests, data input and management, procurements, processing program documents, preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging and scheduling meetings.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Support President & CEO/Chief Operating Officer with administrative needs and activities related to TYC program development.
• Provide support to President & CEO as Chair of the Love Detroit Prevention Coalition in community engagement and substance use prevention efforts.
• Assist with program coordination - schedule program events and meetings (i.e. various orientation, interviews, registration, trainings) and outings, research and secure event locations.
• Assist with mailings, presentations, collating packets, filing, attend company functions/meetings, minutes.
• Assist with developing program schedules – work with various organizations, diverse groups.
• Data entry for activities related to substance use prevention grant requirements.
• Works with contract compliance department to provide documentation for contractual and program compliance.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, and follow through on issues in a timely manner.
• Works with TYC Staff to provide appropriate information for outcome reports and program compliance.
• Works as part of a team with all TYC program staff.
• All other duties as assigned.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Ability to work flexible hours and utilize time management to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Must have reliable transportation and willing to travel within the cities TYC serves.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

REQUIRED JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

• Knowledge of administrative and technology procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other program procedures and terminology.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Have computer skills to prepare documents and presentations, maintain various databases and search for information on the internet.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Highly organized and ability to pay attention to details.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent support experience in a professional human services environment.

Experience: Three or more years-demonstrated experience in an administrative/ program services support capacity in youth and human service organizations, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, schools, civic organizations, corporations and/ or business. Experience should demonstrate use of most of the skills required for this position and in carrying out the kinds of tasks and duties assigned to this position.

Licenses or certificates:

Valid unrestricted Michigan Driver’s License.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The TYCCA Job Developer/Youth Advisor supports TYCCA youth and young adults with job searching, job placement, apprenticeships, and secondary education opportunities. Establishes and maintain working relationships with employers, industry organizations, and public agencies to identify job openings and secure employment and vocational training opportunities. The Job Developer evaluates our youth’s background, skills, and interests, matching them to potential job openings or training programs. Facilitates classes that teach employment readiness. Coaches and prepares candidates for interviews and entry into the workforce.  Works with TYCC Youth Advisors to support their youth. Develop and execute overall yearly programming to meet and exceed grant/contract requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Initiate and maintain ongoing personal contacts with a variety of business and industry representatives and job placement/training agencies to promote programs for participant placement and identify training opportunities and position qualifications
• Work closely with DESC’s Work-Based Fellow to identify current and transitioning youth to determine career needs, goals, and opportunities
• Refer qualified youth to employers and conduct all necessary follow-up when applicants are placed in positions
• Participate in outreach and recruitment activities
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date client files
• Maintain at least twice a month contact with assigned youth making additional contact as needed to ensure appropriate follow-up and reporting
• Adhere to agency confidentiality protocols regarding TYC clients, programs, and services
• Work closely with Youth Advisors to plan, execute and facilitate training classes, career fairs and college tours
• Ensure youth participate in life skills and other trainings and workshops to develop the skills necessary to achieve economic independence and effective life skills management
• Provide transportation as necessary for youth (either directly or indirectly)
• Assist youth with summer employment and perform site monitoring
• Attend field trips, camping trips, conferences, professional developments, group outings, and home visits
• All other duties as requested by management to help improve the lives of all client participants

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Ability to work flexible hours
• Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel

REQUIRED JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Must have knowledge of job training, job development, recruitment, and client placement

• Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to connect with staff, youth, young adults, parents, families, schools, and partners 
• Must have strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, & Outlook) 
• Must have strong knowledge of Google Drive and other technology applications
• Must be highly organized and have great attention to detail
• Must be able to navigate virtual platforms (i.e. Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.)
• Must be highly organized, have great attention to detail, and be self-motivated
• Must be able to create/design forms
• Must be able to multi- task and follow through on issues in a timely manner
• Must prioritize deadlines

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree and equivalent work experience
• Relevant background clearances

Experience:

• Two years of experience that demonstrate use of most of the skills required for this position and in carrying out the kinds of tasks and duties assigned

Licenses or certificates:

• Valid unrestricted Michigan Driver’s License

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred. Ability to communicate effectively with youth and adults and building grassroots “systems change” coalitions. Previous experience with youth organizing, community organizing, leadership development and/or popular education is preferred. Ability to mentor, develop and empower community youth. Strong organizational and communication skills. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to utilize Microsoft Access database and Microsoft Word preferred.  Composition skills sufficient to prepare written materials. Interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate with staff and public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Help lead the development and coordination of youth and adults in our focused zip codes in northeast. Detroit to build core leadership, youth organizing capacities, and substance use prevention development of members.
• Lead the development of working relationships with ally parent, youth, and other organizations.
• Support campus organizing of college students at local Higher Ed. Institutions.
• Coordinate member participation in external actions and mobilizations.
• Support the development and implementation of campaigns.
• Assist the evaluator in conducting program evaluations and data gathering.
• Participate and facilitate workshops with youth and adults or trainings at conferences.
• Support Coalition Leadership team work as needed.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Must have reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

REQUIRED JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

• Knowledge and/or experience regarding organizing and/or other community‐based work.
• Above average knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of working information.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work as a team member as well as independently.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor degree or equivalent experience required.

Experience: One or more years‐demonstrated experience in working/participating with community‐based organizations, faith‐based organizations, schools and/or civic organizations. Demonstrated capacity to learn rapidly and to apply new skills in an office setting may be considered in lieu of specific experience.

Licenses or certificates:

Valid unrestricted Michigan Driver’s License

POSITION SUMMARY:

DO YOU WANT TO MAKE AN IMPACT ON THE LIVES OF YOUTH AND FAMILIES?

The Youth Connection is looking for a Program Facilitator who will work with the community and schools. This candidate will learn to provide evidence-based programs such as Botvin LifeSkills, Strengthening Families: For Parents & Youth Ages 10-14 (SFP 10-14) and I2D2 Fit N Fun Family Club. This person would be expected to work within a team and provide services for youth of all ages and their parents/caregivers to facilitate substance abuse prevention programs. These programs will be held in schools, local churches, businesses, and community facilities. Also, the candidate will ensure that the programs adhere to the agenda and guidelines already established. In addition, the facilitator will also follow up with families to make sure they will be present and input data after the close of each session. Finally, the candidate in the position will work closely with the SUD Director to establish a development plan to gain MCBAP prevention credentials within 2 years of employment and collaborate with other core staff to carry out the goals and objectives of all our Health, Wellness and Prevention Division (HWPD) Programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Facilitate weekly prevention programs (Botvin LifeSkills, SFP 10-14, I2D2 Fit ‘N’ Fun Family Clubs).

• Assist in inputting data from the program into databases.
• Represent TYC at prevention program-related meetings and functions as directed.
• Attend program-related, staff and board meetings, as required; and
• Assist with TYC-sponsored events, as needed.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the SUD Director or the President and CEO.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

REQUIRED JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY:

• Knowledge and/or experience facilitating youth groups.
• Above average knowledge of Microsoft Word Programs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of working information.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work as a team member as well as independently.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associate degree required, bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience:

One or more years-demonstrated experience in working/participating with community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, schools and/or civic organizations. Demonstrated capacity to learn rapidly and to apply new skills in a youth/office setting may be considered in lieu of specific experience.