Milieu Counselor (Youth Care Worker)

Family and Youth Support Portland, Oregon

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TITLE: Milieu Counselor - Downtown Shelter
POSITION: Full-Time/ In-Person 
SALARY: $19.88/hr. - $21.15/hr. (Bilingual - $21.67/hr. - $23.05/hr.)
 
Open shifts: 
Morning
Sunday-Wednesdays 7am-5:30pm
Swing
Sunday-Wednesday 1pm-11:30pm
Wednesday-Saturday 1pm-11:30pm
Overnight
Wednesday-Saturday 9:30pm-8:00am
Can't work four ten-hour shifts? APPLY for the On-call/Relief Position! Our flexible scheduling allows you to continue your work, personal, school, or other schedule uninterrupted!
We can also offer  offer a “traditional” 5-day work shift option for employees who are unable to commit to the 10-hour workdays.
 
 
Morrison Child and Family Services: We are a Joint Commission and Sanctuary accredited non-profit organization that provides a comprehensive array of services to children, adolescents, and their families. As an agency, Morrison, its team members, and clients commit to the following values of trauma-informed care:   
  • Nonviolence - being safe and doing the right thing 
  • Emotional Intelligence - managing our feelings so we don’t hurt ourselves or others  
  • Social Learning - respecting and sharing ideas of our teams 
  • Democracy - shared decision making whenever possible 
  • Open Communication - saying what we mean and not being mean when we say it 
  • Social Responsibility - everyone makes a contribution to the organizational culture 
  • Growth and Change - creating hope for our clients and ourselves 
  • Equity - Assuring all can survive and thrive 

Morrison is seeking Youth Care Workers of any background, experience, and education to join our team and help youth in our Residential Shelter be kids and enjoy their time with us!

Residential ORR Programs must comply with a Federal COVID Vaccine Mandate. Proof of vaccination is required for employees. 

$2/hour shift differential added to your pay for hours worked between 3:00 pm and 7:00 am Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. (must work 4 hours in the shift that falls within this daily range).

About the Program:

Our shelter is well equipped to comfortably care and provide support for up to 50 youth at a time. Through our residential facility, the youth have access to education, and mental health services onsite. The program serves adolescent boys and girls, (11 – 17 years of age) The youth primarily arrive from Latin American countries, occasionally from other countries such as South East Asia, Eastern Europe and Africa. 

Position Summary:

Our program is designed to help the youth, by creating a secure and therapeutic environment in which the youth, learn the necessary skills to be self-sufficient. Depending on shift, this position helps youth with education services, find hobbies and skills, provide a clean and safe environment, and on overnight they provide wind-down services and nightly rounds to ensure our youth are comfortable and safe. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Milieu Counselors help adolescent youth, (14 – 17 years of age) become acquainted with American culture, language and customs. The youth primarily arrive from Latin American countries, occasionally from other countries such as South East Asia, Eastern Europe and Africa.
  • They are mentors and caregivers for youth in the program. They create a supportive environment, where youth receive help with academics, encouragement in pursing individual interest/hobbies and if needed learn ways to address behavioral issues.
  • Creating a culturally inclusive environment in which the youth can feel supported. Bi-cultural and bilingual speaking applicants are encouraged to apply!
  • Ensures the safety of the clients we serve, both in the residential setting and during community outings. 
  • Demonstrate a commitment to developing a thorough knowledge and application of the Sanctuary model and other organizational policies & practices. 
  • Participate in staff development, in-services, and training related to equity and inclusion in the workplace; model appropriate behaviors; develop, recommend, and implement improvements to business practices with awareness and understanding of the impact in a trauma-informed and culturally diverse organization. 

Experience/Education Requirements:

  • At least 21 years of age
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required (Diploma, GED or college transcripts required step of hiring process)  
  • Basic computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, databases and Outlook
  • Must have at least one year of relevant experience working in child welfare, but that experience does not specifically have to be in a social services setting
  • Bilingual Spanish abilities highly preferred (verbal communication skills)
  • Must possess a Valid Driver’s License 
    Driving experience (Can be trained)
    Direct Care staff are required to drive a minivan (up to 7 passengers) and a cargo van (up to 11 passengers). Driver’s license is required to support with outings, appointments, or medical emergencies.

Other Requirements:

We are an Affirmative Action Plan Employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
 
In compliance with our Affirmative Action Plan, Morrison uses E-Verify to determine employment eligibility after an offer is accepted.
 
Applications will be reviewed as received.  Morrison reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.
 
Morrison employees are offered a variety of benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employer-Paid Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).   
If your personal values align with our agency's vision and dedication to serving youth and families, please submit your résumé, application, and cover letter to www.morrisonkids.org/careers. 

 

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