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Only applicants with cover letters and resumes will be reviewed.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Ain Dah Yung Center is looking for a full time The Street Outreach Case Manager who will work in conjunction with the collaborative— “StreetWorks,” through conducting Street-based outreach to homeless youth. Focus will be on building strong networks to provide longer term Case Management to youth with a focus on Shelter, housing, and cultural connections.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• This position will be responsible for coordinated entry
• Street Outreach Case Manager will be required to attend all Agency and Street Outreach meetings/ trainings
• Street outreach shifts will include some late nights and weekends
• HMIS data entry for Outreach and Case Management clients

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, child development, elementary/secondary education or related field preferred. Equivalent experience considered in lieu of.
• Able to pass DHS Netstudy 2.0 and Motor Vehicle Record check.
• At least two years of experience working with youth in an educational or human service or homeless youth nonprofit setting.
• Must have experience working with at-risk populations and the ability to work constructively with youth who exhibit a wide array of challenging behaviors.
• Knowledge of harm reduction, trauma informed care and positive youth development is preferred.
• Must be 21 year old, have valid MN Driver’s License and auto insurance, and pass DHS Background Check.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Travel between sites and other business-related destinations.
• Learn technical information for assessment, testing, reporting, and evaluating, including the administering of housing assessments.
• Communicate effectively with high-risk populations and community partners.
• Standing, Walking, stooping, bending, walking stairs, and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computer, phones, and writing utensils
• Occasional exposure to high-risk situations.

At ADYC We offer for FT staff

• Healthcare benefits- Medical, dental and vision
• HSA
• FSA
• Life ADD
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident and critical illness
• 401K
• 14 paid holidays and generous PTO.

You must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value our employees for their unique talents and abilities. ADYC’s leadership is devoted to continuing to nurture our positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. All employees are valued for their individual differences and the unique contributions that help us achieve our mission. We are committed to our employees’ dignity and well-being and make every effort to provide all employees with a safe and professional work environment. ADYC strives to treat its employees fairly, with respect, and to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and other offensive or unprofessional behavior. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in backgrounds and experiences. Come walk with us!

Only applicants with cover letters and resumes will be reviewed.

Position Summary:

The overall goal of the Commercial Tobacco Prevention Advocate within the Ninijanisag program is to decrease the risk factors of commercial tobacco use among participants by engaging them in American Indian cultural education activities centered in the traditional use of tobacco. This position will be responsible for engaging community youth and facilitating groups focused on the prevention of commercial tobacco use through policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) change initiatives with youth ranging in ages of 12 -17 years old. In addition, this position will be responsible for outreach to schools, other agencies, and the larger Native community.

Pay: 47,500.00 yearly based on experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Collaboratively develop curriculum and facilitate youth groups on topics surrounding commercial tobacco use prevention including American Indian/Tribal cultural traditions and teachings of traditional use of tobacco, public policy, systems and environmental (PSE) change intervention, and healthy living.
• Responsible for decreasing the risk factors of commercial tobacco use among participant youth by involving them in the planning and implementation of tobacco messaging and outdoor/indoor cultural community events.
• Assist youth with the organization and hosting of a Prevention Through Culture activities that focuses on youths’ role in PSE change as they pertain to American Indian organizations, tribes and community members and the adverse health effects of commercial tobacco use.
• Case management - Intake new youth into the program utilizing proper paperwork and administration assessments. Maintain complete and accurate files on youth participation.
• Responsible to maintain a calendar of events for programming monthly.
• Conduct home visits and include families in programming.
• Outreach to the Native community, community agencies and schools.
• Teach advocacy skills to youth and advocate on their behalf within systems they are involved with – schools, city programs, agencies, etc.
• Responsible for understanding program budgets and ability to plan activities/groups accordingly.
• Cooperatively organize community events and youth projects as well as participate in various other community collaborative initiatives.
• Act as a support system to the youth and family and provide culturally appropriate supportive resources including crisis intervention if needed.
• Identify, develop, and maintain referral partnerships with local social service agencies that effectively assist clients to achieve their basic needs and goals.
• Foster a positive, engaged community and actively seek ways to help people and communities.
• Collects and records all required statistical information; accurately reports data in a timely manner.
• Participates in agency efforts to promote a mutually respecting, multicultural environment; participates in training opportunities related to economic, racial and cultural diversity as requested.
• Attend all agency and Ninijanisag meetings and agency trainings including the completion of CPR/First Aid, HIPAA, and Mandated reporter training.

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Must have a clear understanding of risk factors facing American Indian/Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) youth including structural racism and historical trauma and its impact Knowledge of SNAP-Ed and/or PSE preferred. Knowledge of evidence-based practices preferred, specifically harm reduction, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care (TIC) and person-centered approaches. Ability to maintain professional boundaries and act as a role model to clients. Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Knowledge of relevant safety measures to promote effective operations for the protection of people, data, and property.
• Minimum two years of effectively engaging with at-risk youth & young adults of diverse racial and socioeconomic backgrounds in a group, educational or human service setting.
• Must have working knowledge of traditional American Indian culture and family systems including spiritual ceremonies that reflect our local Native community.
• Must have experience working in the American Indian community and be familiar with available resources to youth & family members.
• Ability to work constructively with youth who exhibit a wide array of challenging behaviors.
• Knowledge of identifying signs of chemical dependency & commercial tobacco use
• Analyze outcomes and adapt various approaches for facilitating culturally grounded youth groups
• Experience working with grants at a nonprofit preferred.
• Requires creativity, flexibility, and inclusivity in the approach to group planning and in supporting youth and their families.
• Ability to engage members of collaborative partnerships in healthy discussions, cooperation, and working relationships.
• Ability to work a schedule that varies from week to week that may include some evenings and weekends.

At ADYC We offer for FT staff

• Healthcare benefits- Medical, dental and vision
• HSA
• FSA
• Life ADD
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident and critical illness
• 401K
• 14 paid holidays and generous PTO.

You must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.**

Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value our employees for their unique talents and abilities. ADYC’s leadership is devoted to continuing to nurture our positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. All employees are valued for their individual differences and the unique contributions that help us achieve our mission. We are committed to our employees’ dignity and well-being and make every effort to provide all employees with a safe and professional work environment. ADYC strives to treat its employees fairly, with respect, and to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and other offensive or unprofessional behavior. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in backgrounds and experiences. Come walk with us!

Only applicants with cover letters and resumes will be reviewed.

Position Overview We are seeking a part time Youth Care Worker to provide direct care to at-risk youth both Saturday and Sunday rotating every other weekend at the Ain Dah Yung Center’s Emergency Shelter. Emergency Shelter services include emergency short-term shelter, crisis intervention, case and systems advocacy, information and referrals, access to medical/dental care, counseling, and community education to Indigenous youth from ages 5-17 who are homeless, runaway, in a family crisis, or involved with juvenile corrections. Position reports to Shelter manager. Payrate starting at $19.50/ hour.

SALARY: DOE. HOURS: Part Time. Friday, Saturday hours 11pm- 7am Overnights. May be asked to occasionally work other shifts. Flexibility required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Direct supervision and trauma-informed support to youth shelter residents.
• Assisting with planning and facilitating weekend activities for residents, talking circles engagement and table time while applying harm reduction behavior management techniques.
• Assist with screening referrals, conducting intakes and discharges.
• Provide transportation and supervision at events.
• Accompany residents to appointments.
• Medication administration when required.
• Meal preparation, cleaning, and light maintenance.

Qualifications:
• AA degree in human services, child development, elementary/secondary education or equivalent related field preferred.
• Experience working with youth who exhibit varying degrees of difficult behavior in a residential, therapeutic, group or classroom setting.
• Experience with harm reduction and trauma-informed care youth services.
• Knowledge of the Native American culture, values, and family systems preferred.
• Sensitive to the psycho-social, political, and economic issues of those who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) or LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Nonbinary, Pansexual, Two Spirit).
• Ability to listen and provide non-judgmental interactions.
• Ability to provide journey-oriented, holistic support a plus.
• Ability to build trusting relationship for positive youth development.
• Basic computer skills including Office 365.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess strong ethics and boundaries.
• Able to lift 40 pounds.
• Applicants required to be 21 years of age.
• Must have valid Driver’s License and regular access to an insured vehicle.
• Must be able to pass DHS Background Check and Motor Vehicle Record Check.

At ADYC We offer for FT staff

• Healthcare benefits- Medical, dental and vision
• HSA
• FSA
• Life ADD
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident and critical illness
• 401K
• 14 paid holidays and generous PTO.

You must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value our employees for their unique talents and abilities. ADYC’s leadership is devoted to continuing to nurture our positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. All employees are valued for their individual differences and the unique contributions that help us achieve our mission. We are committed to our employees’ dignity and well-being and make every effort to provide all employees with a safe and professional work environment. ADYC strives to treat its employees fairly, with respect, and to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and other offensive or unprofessional behavior. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in backgrounds and experiences. Come walk with us!

Only applicants with cover letters and resumes will be reviewed.

Position Overview:
The Weekend Day Shift Worker will provide general supervision to American Indian youth between the ages of sixteen through twenty-one in a small group living setting. The Weekend Day Shift Worker is responsible for facilities management. The Beverley A. Benjamin Youth Lodge is a culturally specific transitional living program for youth that have no parental, substitute, foster or institutional home to which they can safely go. Primary program objectives are to stabilize youth in a safe, culturally supportive environment, address the critical issues/ barriers to resident self-sufficiency and strengthen residents' community and cultural connections.

Hours/Salary: Part-time, non-exempt, no benefits. Shifts vary: 6 hours per shift. (Weekend Day shifts that fall on Sat/Sun 6-hour shifts. Shifts are within the hours of 12:00pm to 6:00pm. Hourly wage TBD.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Responsibilities:
• Directly responsible to the Youth Lodge Program Manager.
• Responsible for facilities management and cleanliness during work hours at the Youth Lodge that include tracking and ensuring youth safe arrival/departure from lodge in evening and morning, monitor Surveillance Camera System.
• Perform primary maintenance duties and upkeep of physical plant in accordance with maintenance schedule and standards, primarily kitchen clean up, dishes, resident laundry, cleaning/organizing the first floor of the house, and occasionally cleaning bathrooms.
• Request Youth Lodge expenditures, including food, supplies, equipment, and other program needs.
• Maintain inventory of food, supplies, and equipment.
• Responsible for enforcing a daily schedule and enforcing facility standards, program policies and procedures.
• Provide information and referral to appropriate systems, agencies, and service providers.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to residents, including conferring with the Youth Lodge Coordinator regarding incidents, behaviors, and general conduct of residents.
• Track and record supplies and food for the program.
• Print and post copies of sign in and out sheet, daily chores, and other documents as needed.
• Attend required program staffing, agency all-staff meetings and trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.
Academic Requirements:
A minimum of two years of college in human services, education, psychology or related field. Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Four years of direct service experience may substitute for academic requirements.

Experience:
At least two years of experience working with youth and families in a human service setting.
Experience in shelter, group home or other residential program preferred.

Qualifications:
• Must be knowledgeable of the American Indian culture, values, and family systems.
• Must be cognizant of and sensitive to the special needs/issues of American Indians and homeless youth.
• Must possess practical knowledge of larger systems and service providers encountered by youth preparing for independent living.
• Must be cognizant of and sensitive to the needs and issues of youth and youth adults in transition.
• Must demonstrate a chemically healthy lifestyle.
• Must have excellent work record and be able to demonstrate stability, role modeling for Youth Lodge residents.
• Be able to model healthy lifestyles and positive choices to youth.
• Must have excellent organizational, reporting and management skills.
• Must have excellent written and communication skills.
• Must possess working knowledge of youth health, nutrition, and development.
• Must pass an MN DHS Background Check.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle.
• American Indian candidates encouraged to apply.

At ADYC We offer for FT staff

• Healthcare benefits- Medical, dental and vision
• HSA
• FSA
• Life ADD
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident and critical illness
• 401K
• 14 paid holidays and generous PTO.

You must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value our employees for their unique talents and abilities. ADYC’s leadership is devoted to continuing to nurture our positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. All employees are valued for their individual differences and the unique contributions that help us achieve our mission. We are committed to our employees’ dignity and well-being and make every effort to provide all employees with a safe and professional work environment. ADYC strives to treat its employees fairly, with respect, and to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and other offensive or unprofessional behavior. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in backgrounds and experiences. Come walk with us!

Only applicants with cover letters and resumes will be reviewed.

Position Summary the Overnight Worker will provide general supervision to American Indian youth between the ages of sixteen through twenty-one in a small group living setting. The Overnight Worker is responsible for facilities management. The Beverley A. Benjamin Youth Lodge is a culturally specific transitional living program for youth that have no parental, substitute, foster or institutional home to which they can safely go. Primary program objectives are to stabilize youth in a safe, culturally supportive environment, address the critical issues/ barriers to resident self-sufficiency and strengthen residents' community and cultural connections.

Part-time, non-exempt, no benefits. Shifts vary: 8-10 hours per shift. (Weekday shifts that fall on Su/M/Tu/W/Th are 8-hour shifts, Weekend shifts that fall on F/Sa are 10-hour shifts). Shifts are within the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.

Hourly wage 19.50/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Directly responsible to the Youth Lodge Coordinator.
• Responsible for facilities management and cleanliness during work hours at the Youth Lodge that include: tracking and ensuring youth safe arrival/departure from lodge in evening and morning, arm/disarm alarm system, monitor Surveillance Camera System.
• Perform primary maintenance duties and upkeep of physical plant in accordance with maintenance schedule and standards, primarily kitchen clean up, dishes, resident laundry, cleaning/organizing the first floor of the house, and occasionally cleaning bathrooms.
• Request Youth Lodge expenditures, including rent/utility, food, supplies, equipment, and other program needs.
• Maintain inventory of food, supplies and equipment.
• Responsible for enforcing a daily schedule and enforcing facility standards, program policies and procedures.
• Provide information and referral to appropriate systems, agencies and service providers.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to residents, including conferring with the Youth Lodge Coordinator regarding incidents, behaviors and general conduct of residents.
• Co-facilitate periodic cultural, social, recreational activities for Youth Lodge residents.
• Co-facilitate Weekly House Meetings in conjunction with the Transitional Living Program Case Manager, overseen by Youth Lodge Coordinator and/or Residential & Clinical Director.
• Attend required program staffing, agency all-staff meetings and trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

**Education/Experience:

• AA degree in human services, child development, elementary/secondary education or related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working with youth who exhibit varying degrees of difficult behavior in a residential, therapeutic, group or classroom setting preferred. Candidates must be knowledgeable of the Native American Indian culture, values, and family systems.
• Must have the ability to work constructively with children and youth who exhibit varying degrees of difficult behaviors.
• Must demonstrate and promote a chemically healthy lifestyle.
• Must be knowledgeable of traditional Indian child-rearing methods, culture, values and family systems.
• Must be cognizant of and sensitive to the special needs/issues of American Indian children in out-of-home placement.
• Must have sufficient physical strength and ability to independently and repeatedly lift, move, and carry objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds, such as a vacuum cleaner, mop bucket w/water, and industrial cooking pots and pans.
• Must have the ability to stand/walk up three (3) flights of stairs repeatedly.
• Must have the ability to bend/squat/twist/reach constantly when emptying trash, dusting, sweeping floors, mopping floors, vacuuming, and occasionally shoveling snow.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and pass MN DHS background study.

At ADYC We offer for FT Staff

• Healthcare benefits- Medical, dental and vision
• HSA
• FSA
• Life ADD
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident and critical illness
• 401K
• 14 paid holidays and generous PTO.

You must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value our employees for their unique talents and abilities. ADYC’s leadership is devoted to continuing to nurture our positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. All employees are valued for their individual differences and the unique contributions that help us achieve our mission. We are committed to our employees’ dignity and well-being and make every effort to provide all employees with a safe and professional work environment. ADYC strives to treat its employees fairly, with respect, and to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and other offensive or unprofessional behavior. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in backgrounds and experiences. Come walk with us!