Relief Staff Shelter - Oasis Center : Job Details

Description:Center Youth Voice – Ignite Change- Promote JusticeOasis Center was founded in 1969, a group of young lawyers came together to establish the Rap House, a simple community center for runaway teens and youth struggling with addictions. Fifty years later, the Rap House has evolved into Oasis Center, where nearly 4,000 youth and families turn for help and direct support every year. Oasis Center provides a wide range of opportunities that reflect the diverse needs of youth and their families, from crisis intervention to youth leadership and community engagement to college and career access. Our 20+ programs and services are based on the foundation of four areas for youth success:Safety ,Belonging ,Empowerment , andGenerosity . All of our work is also firmly rooted in the evidence-based principles of Positive Youth Development and Trauma-Informed Care.Right now, our agency is growing – so if you have talent and skills, compassion and a mindset for justice, and you want to make a career in making a difference, please consider joining our incredible Oasis Center team.Vision:to live in a world where all young people are safe, valued, connected to caring adults, and prepared for productive and fulfilling lives. We believe that progress is made toward this goal when we develop and encourage perspectives based on hope, a vision of what is possible, and the courage to act. We cultivate this change through caring relationships, meaningful action, and thoughtful reflection.Summary : Actively provide awake supervision of residents residing in our two week emergency shelter. The shelter operates 24/7, 365 days a year, and provides short term residence and case management to youth between the ages of 13-17.Must have weekend availability and work at least 3 shifts per month.Salary Range : $20 an hourEssential Functions :Provide awake supervision of the residents, when necessary.Facilitate problem-solving sessions to resolve conflicts involving residents.Coordinate and supervise activities when appropriate or assigned.Provide individual life skills instruction, as assigned.Transport residents as needed.Take referrals and provide referral assistance, as outlined by supervisor.Requirements:Requirements:Minimum one years' relevant experienceHigh School Diploma or GEDAbility to form strong, caring and affirming relationships with all youth –including LGBTQ+ youth.Clear understanding of racial inequities and other forms of discrimination and willingness to operate from an anti-oppression model.Knowledge of an ability to apply Positive Youth Development, Trauma-Informed Care, and evidence-informed practices based in an understanding of adolescent development.Oasis Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is operated in accordance with a policy which does not permit discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, ability, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.Compensation details:20-20 Hourly WagePI051f1cec03e5-35216-#######7