Description:
Connections Host Home Program is community-based model of crisis housing for youth between 12–18 years-old. The Host Homes Specialist, along with the Director of Family Engagement, operates the host home model throughout Snohomish County. This position recruits and trains host homes as well as provides support for youth who have entered the Connections Program. The Host Homes Specialist will work to create a supportive and welcoming environment for both youth and host home families.
Cocoon House is committed to continually growing in our equity, diversity, and inclusion journey, and candidates with lived experience or identify as BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ are strongly encouraged to apply! We will also provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities upon request
Host Homes Specialist Duties & Responsibilities Full-Time | On-site Wage: $23-$26/hr | +$1.50/hr pay differential for multi-lingual skillswith additional paperwork
Assists in recruiting, training and supporting Host Homes
Present to community groups about the Host Home program and how to get involved as a Host Home
Partner with youth in host homes to provide trauma-informed support and case management
Help provide mediation and crisis intervention to youth and Host Home families.
Meet with families throughout Snohomish County to support youth and Host Homes
Willingness to be available for on-call emergency situations in Host Homes if they arise
Complete program paperwork and data entry to meet necessary deadlines
Support reconciliation of youth with their families
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision health options with employer contribution
1+ years of experience working with at risk youth as a Case Manager or Advocate
High School Diploma or GED required
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Possess a valid Washington State driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation.
Clear background check with DCYF.
Open commitment to serving, supporting, accepting, and collaborating with individuals of all races, ages, genders, backgrounds, political opinions, beliefs, sexual orientations, criminal histories, citizenship or marital statuses, and religious beliefs.
Confidence and skill at connecting with community members to recruit new host homes
Commitment to integrating youth voice
Understanding of Trauma Informed Care standards
Experience with mentoring and/or supporting families
Proven ability to problem solves and facilitate tough conversations
Experience networking and cross-agency collaborating highly desirable
Must be proficient in crisis intervention/de-escalation to provide proper care to youth and young adults who are experiencing trauma or are in crisis. Ability to effectively assess situations and access emergency services when appropriate
Physical:
Ability to effectively communicate with all internal and external clients
Be able to hear voices and alarms.
Ability to read and comprehend a variety of materials
Ability to operate phone, computer, and record information for files and logs
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to travel for various distances through urban or rural environments in various weather conditions
Must have ability to run up and down indoor and outdoor stairwells in case of youth emergency.