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JOB TITLE: FMLA STATUS: HOURLY RATE:

PROGRAM AIDE – NIGHT EXEMPT – FULL TIME $35,000*

THE YOUTH CENTER OF TEXAS. The Youth Center of Texas (Youth Center) is a 24-hour, 8-bedroom transitional living program for victims of CSEY ages 18-22 (Survivors) and their babies. We are the first CSEY-specific program in Bexar County and the second in the state of Texas to provide CSEY-specific transitional living support. The Youth Center provides emergency shelter, transitional living, specialized case management, care coordination, advocacy, clinical, legal, transportation, parenting, education, and employment support services designed to successfully transition Survivors into an independent, productive, and victimization-free life. Specifically, the Youth Center provides:

• Emergency shelter and Transitional Living Program services.
• Basic shelter to include clean clothing, warm food, private bedrooms, and hot showers.
• 24-hour case management and clinical services designed around the Transtheoretical Model ofChange (Prochaska et al. 1992), tailored to meet each Survivor’s individual stage of trauma andvictimization.
• CSE-IT (Commercial Sexual Exploitation Identification Tool) screening.
• 24-hour case management services, initial clinical assessments, weekly clinical sessions, crisisintervention services, and long-term remote clinical and case management services.
• Nurturing Parenting Program® provided by a certified a Case Manager.
• Legal advocacy for criminal, juvenile, and family court matters.
• Transportation to and from medical appointments, job interviews, work, educational classes, andother appointments that support a Survivor’s service plan goals.
• Assistance with identifying and securing long-term stable and appropriate housing, includingregistering with the City of San Antonio Rapid Re-Housing program via the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). Youth Center is a Network Partner with South Alamo Regional Alliance for the Homeless (SARAH) and can provide this service on-site.
• Assistance with identifying and securing medical care, psychiatric evaluations and treatment, substance use evaluations and treatment, job training, educational opportunities, employment, Crime Victims Compensation (CVC), and government issued documents such as I.D. cards, social security cards, and birth certificates.
• A therapeutic environment for survivors to stabilize and work with the Youth Center case managers to achieve positive outcomes in accordance with their service plan goals.
• Trauma-informed and non-judgmental support from staff trained in Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®).

Youth Center of Texas, Inc. Job Description Program Aide – Night Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION. The Program Aide – Night (PA-N) is responsible for ensuring that the Youth Center program policies and procedures are carried out in a professional, respectable, non-judgmental, and victim-centered manner. The PA-N reports to, and is supervised by, the Chief Case Manager (CCM). As the PA-N, you will be expected to:

• Work independently with little to no supervision. Training will be provided; you will not work alone until the CCM has determined that you are adequately trained.
• Complete the required Youth Center training, including TBRI® (Trust-Based Relational Intervention), CSE-IT (Commercial Sexual Exploitation Identification Tool), Motivational Interviewing, and other trainings as required.
• Complete multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-energy, and sometimes noisy environment.
• Enter large amounts of data into an electronic database, e-files, and paper files while effectively supporting our Survivors.
• Provide transportation services for Survivors as needed.
• Provide basic care needs to the Survivors of the Sunflower Home Program, including showers,meals, and rest.
• Complete and submit all required documentation in a complete and timely manner, as directedby the CCM.
• Communicate and collaborate in a professional and courteous manner with our communitypartners to ensure that Survivors are receiving services in accordance with the Service Plans.
• Complete housecleaning tasks such as doing multiple loads of laundry, vacuuming, bathroomcleaning, and dish washing. Janitorial services are provided, but Youth Center staff are expectedto assist in maintaining a clean environment.
• Complete organizational tasks such as assembling new paper files, organizing office cabinets andclosets, and copying and distributing Youth Center fliers.
• Other reasonable tasks, as assigned by the CCM.HOURS/SHIFT DETAILS. The PA-N is required to:

• Work five (5) 8-hour overnight shifts per work week, scheduled to occur sometime between thehours of 5:00pm-11:00am. The Youth Center work week is Saturday through Friday. The shift schedule is developed prior to the start of each month, and we will attempt to schedule your two (2) days off on the same days each week, but it is not guaranteed. We are a 24-hour shelter and a request to have all “weekends off” will not be granted.
• Remain awake and working during your assigned shift, regardless of whether Survivors are present at the Youth Center.
• Work other hours outside of 5pm – 11am on a temporary basis in emergent situations.
• Be reliable and on time. Tardiness and not showing up for shift without prior notice isdisrespectful to your team and will not be allowed.APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS.

• Applicants must possess a minimum of a high school diploma education. Experience in working

with at-risk youth and victims of will be given preference over applicants who do not have this type of experience.

Youth Center of Texas, Inc. Job Description Program Aide – Night Full Time

• Applicants must possess a basic knowledge of the child welfare system, juvenile justice system, and the criminal justice system.
• Applicants must possess a basic knowledge of victim-centered care and trust-based relationships.
• Fluency in Spanish will be considered a positive qualification.
• Applicants must be willing to submit to a state and federal criminal background check, and Texaschild abuse registry check prior to working with youth. Youth Center reserves the right to terminate employment offers and employment agreements depending on the results of the criminal background check and future criminal charges.
• Chosen applicants must complete a 90-day probationary period, during which you may be terminated for no cause.
• Applicants must be able to effectively de-escalate contentious and volatile situations in a calm and effective manner; physical restraint is not utilized by Youth Center staff and will result in termination.
• Must have proficient computer skills and a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the Youth Center and to transport Survivorswhen needed. A copy of your valid Texas Driver’s License and general liability insurance that covers you and your passengers will be required.BENEFITS. A benefits package to include medical, vision, and dental will be offered to you (no spouses of family members) at the end of your 90-day probationary period.YOUTH CENTER LOCATION. Youth Center of Texas is located at 3730 IH-10 East, Suite B, San Antonio, Texas, 78220 at the ChildSafe Salado Creek Campus. Our website is www.youthcenteroftexas.org.

  APPLICATION SUBMISSION. DO NOT USE THE INDEED or OTHER JOB PLATFORM OR SOCIAL MEDIA APPLICATION SUBMISSION FORM. You must email the following to jobs@youthcenteroftexas.org :

1. Your current and updated resume or CV;
2. Two (2) work references with phone numbers; and
3. The name and phone number of an emergency contact.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Youth Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Team members are chosen based on their dedication and ability, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.

*HOURLY RATE. Please note that the Youth Center may adjust the hourly rate in accordance with the applicant’s qualifications and work experience.

DISCLAIMER. TheYouthCenterreservestherighttowaive,change,add,ordeleteanytermsofthisJob Description. Any revisions to this Job Description will be clearly identified and re-posted to its original site.

JOB TITLE: FMLA STATUS: SALARY:

PRESIDENT & C.E.O. EXEMPT- FULL TIME $75,000 – $85,000*

MISSION. Our mission is to provide the holistic support needed to restore each survivor of commercial sexual exploitation into a life that is peaceful, productive, and free from victimization.

PROGRAM SERVICES. The Youth Center of Texas is an 8-bedroom transitional living program for female survivors of commercial sexual exploitation (CSE), ages 18-22 (“survivor”) and their babies. The Youth Center provides the following services:

• Crisis respite and transitional living for up to 12 months, or for an amount of time that ensures each Survivor will meet the goals within her service plan and is ready to live independently.
• Individual bedrooms for each survivor to include clean clothing, warm food, and hot showers.
• Specialized on-site and remote long-term case management, advocacy, and clinical servicesdesigned around the Transtheoretical Model of Change (Prochaska et al. 1992), initial clinical assessments, weekly clinical sessions, resident group sessions, life skills work groups, and crisis intervention support.
• CSE-IT (Commercial Sexual Exploitation Identification Tool) screening in the Lighthouse database.
• Court-approved Nurturing Parenting Program® classes provided by a certified a Case Manager.
• Legal advocacy for criminal, juvenile, and family court matters.
• Transportation to and from appointments that support a Survivor’s service plan goals.
• Assistance with identifying and securing long-term stable and appropriate housing, including registering with the City of San Antonio Rapid Re-Housing program via the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). Youth Center is a Network Partner with South Alamo Regional Alliance for the Homeless (SARAH) and can provide this service on-site.
• Assistance with identifying and securing medical care, psychiatric evaluations and treatment, substance use evaluations and treatment, job training, educational opportunities, employment, Crime Victims Compensation (CVC), and government issued documents such as I.D. cards, social security cards, and birth certificates.
• A therapeutic environment for survivors to stabilize and work with the Youth Center Case Managers to achieve positive outcomes in accordance with each survivor’s service plan goals.
• Trauma-informed and non-judgmental support from staff trained in Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®).

JOB DESCRIPTION.

The President & C.E.O. (CEO) is responsible for adhering to the Youth Center mission and for ensuring that the Youth Center program operates in accordance with the funding agencies’ requirements and Board directives. The CEO reports to the Youth Center Governing Board. The CEO must be able to carry out the following duties in a professional and effective manner:

LEADERSHIP.

• Demonstrate a servant leadership mentality that cultivates a trauma-informed, survivor-inclusive, professional, and culturally competent milieu that supports both the Survivors and staff within the Youth Center program.
• Ensure all staff carry out the day-to-day operations of the Youth Center in accordance with its mission and values.
• Provide the final decision on all employee hiring and terminations in response to the recommendations presented by the Chief Program Officer and in accordance with State and Federal laws.
• Provide support to the Chief Program Officer as needed to ensure that payroll and benefits for all Youth Center staff is managed by the CPO in accordance with applicable State and Federal laws, Youth Center policies and procedures, and service providers.
• Provide support to the Chief Program Officer as needed to ensure that security services are managed in accordance with the written contract and agreed upon policies and procedures between the Youth Center and the security agency, currently Alamo Security and Investigations.
• Ensure that the Youth Center is operating in accordance with the lease agreement between the Youth Center and ChildSafe to include the timely payment of lease installments.
• Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of all Youth Center data, both in electronic and paper form.BOARD RELATIONS.

• Develop measurable goals, in collaboration with the Board, that ensure the long-term success and sustainability of the Youth Center program, to include identifying and securing sufficient funding to meet the current and future needs of the program, carrying out efficient ways to build capacity, and employing a model of care that is trauma-informed and survivor-inclusive.
• Prepare and present to the Board an annual report that includes the program outcomes as reported to the funding agencies, de-identified Survivor information, staff information, short- term and long-term goals, financial reports, and any needs of the program to ensure its ongoing success and sustainability.
• Schedule Board meetings prepare Agendas in collaboration with the Board Secretary.
• Support the Board in carrying out their duty as the governing entity over the Youth Centerprogram.GRANT & FINANCIAL COMPLIANCE.

• Identify and secure appropriate funding to sustain Youth Center operations to include federal,state, and private grants and donations.
• Prepare and present all funding applications to the Youth Center Board for written approval by

the Board Chair.

3730 IH-10 East, San Antonio, Texas 78220 www.youthcenteroftexas.org І 24-Hour Hotline: 210-417-5077

Youth Center of Texas, Inc. Job Description – President & C.E.O.

Youth Center of Texas, Inc. Job Description – President & C.E.O.

• Monitor, in collaboration with the Chief Program Officer, the Youth Center budget to ensure it is being spent as intended, and the Youth Center remains in good financial standing with its grantors and with State and Federal laws.
• Ensure that the Youth Center operates in accordance with all awarded grant requirements and that all applications, adjustments, and reports are submitted in a timely manner.
• Seek out and secure appropriate in-kind services and donations that meet the needs of the Youth Center.
• Ensure the Youth Center remains in good standing with the federal government, the State of Texas, Bexar County, private funders, and Youth Center service providers in accordance with the law, contract and MOU terms, and community expectations.
• Ensure that the Youth Center case management and clinical services are provided in compliance with State and Federal laws and with Youth Center policies and procedures.STAKEHOLDER LIAISON & PUBLIC RELATIONS.

• Represent the Youth Center in all executive leadership meetings, to include those organized by the Office of the Governor, partner agencies, law enforcement, and State and County entities.
• Ensure that the Youth Center is represented in a professional manner at all applicable CSE care coordination and investigations multi-disciplinary team meetings.
• Seek out and establish public and private partnerships that facilitate and increase access and capacity for Survivors.
• Advocate for Survivors by providing professional and results-driven presentations on CSE and the Youth Center program model to community partners, Bexar County Commissioners Court, City Council, the Texas Legislature, and all other entities that can implement policies and programs that promote positive outcomes for Survivors.REQUIREMENTS. The CEO must possess:

• A college degree or higher level of education, and work experience that demonstrates the abilityto lead the Youth Center mission and program and to effectively carry out the duties set forth herein. Experience with non-profit leadership and managing programs that provide services to survivors will be preferred.
• Very strong public relations skills that promote the moral and financial support of community partners, government leaders, and public and private funders.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, emotionally charged, and often chaotic environment while carrying out the responsibilities of CEO. The CEO does not work in a separate administrative office, but rather, works within the same environment as staff and survivors.
• A strong knowledge of the CSE population and trauma-informed care, the Stages of Change, victim’s rights, and the survivor experience.
• A basic knowledge of State and Federal laws relating to CSE, the legislative system, and the child welfare, juvenile justice, and criminal justice systems.
• A skilled knowledge of complex trauma and secondary trauma, and the effects they have on both Survivors and staff. The CEO must understand the importance of self-care for all staff.
• The ability to remain professional and courteous when confronted with unprofessional and/or disrespectful behavior.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills that inspire a collaborative work environment.
• The ability to work collaboratively and effectively with the community.3730 IH-10 East, San Antonio, Texas 78220 www.youthcenteroftexas.org І 24-Hour Hotline: 210-417-5077

Youth Center of Texas, Inc. Job Description – President & C.E.O.

• Strong computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office. The Youth Center of Texas is a small-sized non-profit and as such, everyone is required to conduct their own administrative (clerical) tasks.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION. Qualified applicants must email a cover letter and current resume/cv to jobs@youthcenteroftexas.org.

LOCATION. Youth Center is located on the ChildSafe Salado Creek campus at 3730 IH-10 East, Suit B, San Antonio, Texas, 78220. The website is www.youthcenteroftexas.org and the 24-hour hotline number is 210-417-5077.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. The Youth Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and Cultural Competency is a guiding foundation of our program. Team members are chosen based on their dedication and ability, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, and sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.

*SALARY. The Youth Center Board reserves the right to adjust the posted salary in accordance with an applicant’s experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to carry out the responsibilities and duties of President & CEO.

DISCLAIMER. TheYouthCenterreservestherighttowaive,change,add,ordeletethetermsofthisJob Description. Any revisions to this Job Description will be clearly identified and posted in the same manner as originally posted.

3730 IH-10 East, San Antonio, Texas 78220 www.youthcenteroftexas.org І 24-Hour Hotline: 210-417-5077

JOB TITLE: FMLA STATUS: SALARY:

CASE MANAGER EXEMPT- FULL TIME $38,000 -$50,000

THE YOUTH CENTER OF TEXAS. The Youth Center of Texas (Youth Center) is a 24-hour, 8-bedroom transitional living program for victims of commercial sexual exploitation of youth (CSEY) ages 18-22 (Survivors) and their babies. We are the first CSEY-specific program in Bexar County to provide a CSEY- specific transitional living program. The Youth Center provides emergency shelter, transitional living, specialized case management, care coordination, advocacy, clinical, legal, transportation, parenting, education, and employment support services designed to successfully transition Survivors into an independent, productive, and victimization-free life. Specifically, the Youth Center provides:

• Emergency shelter and Transitional Living Program services.
• Basic shelter to include clean clothing, warm food, private bedrooms, and hot showers.
• 24-hour case management and clinical services designed around the Transtheoretical Model ofChange (Prochaska et al. 1992), tailored to meet each Survivor’s individual stage of trauma and

  victimization.

• CSE-IT (Commercial Sexual Exploitation Identification Tool) screening.
• 24-hour case management services, initial clinical assessments, weekly clinical sessions, crisisintervention services, and long-term remote clinical and case management services.
• Nurturing Parenting Program® provided by a certified a Case Manager.
• Legal advocacy for criminal, juvenile, and family court matters.
• Transportation to and from medical appointments, job interviews, work, educational classes, andother appointments that support a Survivor’s service plan goals.
• Assistance with identifying and securing long-term stable and appropriate housing, includingregistering with the City of San Antonio Rapid Re-Housing program via the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). Youth Center is a Network Partner with South Alamo Regional Alliance for the Homeless (SARAH) and can provide this service on-site.
• Assistance with identifying and securing medical care, psychiatric evaluations and treatment, substance use evaluations and treatment, job training, educational opportunities, employment, Crime Victims Compensation (CVC), and government issued documents such as I.D. cards, social security cards, and birth certificates.
• A therapeutic environment for survivors to stabilize and work with the Youth Center case managers to achieve positive outcomes in accordance with their service plan goals.
• Trauma-informed and non-judgmental support from staff trained in Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®).

Youth Center of Texas, Inc. Job Description Case Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION. The Case Manager is responsible for ensuring that the Youth Center program policies and procedures are carried out in a professional, respectable, non-judgmental, and Survivor-led manner. The Case Manager reports to, and is supervised by, the Chief Case Manager (CCM). As the Case Manager,

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be expected to:
Work independently with little to no supervision. Training will be provided; you will not work alone until the CCM has determined that you are adequately trained.
Complete the required Youth Center training, including TBRI® (Trust-Based Relational Intervention), CSE-IT (Commercial Sexual Exploitation Identification Tool), Motivational Interviewing, and other trainings as required.
Develop, in collaboration with the Survivors, the Survivor’s service plan and assist the Survivors with accomplishing the goals set forth in the service plan.
Identify and secure appropriate services and resources around the State for each Survivor, in accordance with the Survivor’s service plan.
Complete multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-energy, and sometimes noisy environment.
Enter large amounts of data into an electronic database, e-files, and paper files while effectively supporting our Survivors.
Provide transportation services for Survivors as needed.
Provide basic care needs to the Survivors of the Sunflower Home Program, including showers, meals, and rest.
Complete and submit all required documentation in a complete and timely manner, as directed by the CCM.
Communicate and collaborate in a professional and courteous manner with our community partners to ensure that Survivors are receiving services in accordance with the Service Plans. Assist with housecleaning tasks such as doing multiple loads of laundry, vacuuming, bathroom cleaning, and dish washing. Janitorial services are provided, but Youth Center staff are expected to assist in maintaining a clean environment.
Assist with organizational tasks such as assembling new paper files, organizing office cabinets and closets, and copying and distributing Youth Center fliers.
Other reasonable tasks, as assigned by the CCM.

HOURS/SHIFT DETAILS. The Case Manager is required to:

• Work a minimum of 40 hours per week, as scheduled by the CCM. The Youth Center is a 24-hourprogram. We are open on the weekends and holidays, and as such, you may be scheduled to

  work any days during the week.

• Be reliable and on time. Tardiness and not showing up for shift without prior notice isdisrespectful to your team and will not be allowed.

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Youth Center of Texas, Inc. Job Description Case Manager

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS.

• Applicants must possess a minimum of a high school diploma education. Experience in workingwith at-risk youth and victims of will be given preference over applicants who do not have this

  type of experience.

• Applicants must possess a basic knowledge of the child welfare system, juvenile justice system,and the criminal justice system.
• Applicants must possess a basic knowledge of victim-centered care and trust-based relationships.
• Fluency in Spanish will be considered a positive qualification.
• Applicants must be willing to submit to a state and federal criminal background check and Texaschild abuse registry check prior to working with youth. Youth Center reserves the right to terminate employment offers and employment agreements depending on the results of the criminal background check and future criminal charges.
• Chosen applicants must complete a 90-day probationary period, during which you may be terminated for no cause.
• Applicants must be able to effectively de-escalate contentious and volatile situations in a calm and effective manner; physical restraint is not utilized by Youth Center staff and will result in termination.
• Must have proficient computer skills and a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the Youth Center and to transport Survivorswhen needed. A copy of your valid Texas Driver’s License and general liability insurance that covers you and your passengers will be required.

  BENEFITS. A benefits package to include medical, vision, and dental will be offered to you (no spouses of family members) at the end of your 90-day probationary period.

  YOUTH CENTER LOCATION. Youth Center of Texas is located ChildSafe Salado Creek Campus at 3730 East IH-10, Suite B, San Antonio, Texas, 78220. Website: www.youthcenteroftexas.org. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youthcenteroftexas.

  APPLICATION SUBMISSION. DO NOT USE THE INDEED or OTHER ONLINE APPLICATION SUBMISSION FORM. You must email the following to jobs@youthcenteroftexas.org :

1. Your current resume or CV; and
2. Two (2) work references with phone numbers.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Youth Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Team members are chosen based on their dedication and ability, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.

*SALARY. Salary will be determined based on the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, and expertise in this field of work.

DISCLAIMER. TheYouthCenterreservestherighttowaive,change,add,ordeleteanytermsofthisJob Description. Any revisions to this Job Description will be clearly identified and re-posted to its original site.

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