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We are seeking a part time Youth Care Worker to provide direct care to at-risk youth from 7:00am-3:00pm 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. Payrate starting at $19.50/ hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• 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 technics
• 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 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

Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

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 today!

We are seeking a part time Youth Care Worker to provide direct care to at-risk youth from 3:00pm-11:00am 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. Payrate starting at $19.50/ hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• 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 technics
• 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 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

Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

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 today!

The Ain Dah Yung Center is looking for a Youth Lodge Case Manager to provide support to our Youth Lodge residents between the ages of 16 through 21 in a small group home setting. The Beverley A. Benjamin Youth Lodge is a culturally specific transitional living program for American Indian youth and young adults that have no parental, substitute, foster, or institutional home to which they can safely go. Primary program objectives are case management, providing direct care, stabilizing youth in a safe, culturally supportive environment, addressing the critical issues/barriers to resident self-sufficiency and strengthen residents' community and cultural connections. This is primarily a full-time, exempt day shift position that may require flexibility to off shifts. The salary starts at $45,000.

Job Responsibilities:
• Directly responsible to the Youth Lodge Program Manager and Residential Director
• Provide case management support in collaboration with Youth Lodge Program Manager and assisting residents with life skills development and case management
• Responsibilities include but are not limited to facilitation of resident intake processes, including screening, coordinated entry assessments, data entry and admittance of appropriate transitional living while providing direct care as needed
• Maintain on-going case management support of all residents through discharge including facilitation of individual case plans, case noting, complete with individual assessment strategies and outcomes for youth self-reliance and resource building, holistic support for emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual health, and client finances.
• Plan and facilitate weekly YL resident life skills groups; that include lesson/topic planning, guest speakers and other relevant activities.
• Responsible for tracking, documentation and reporting of Life Skill planning and implementation and facilitation of Life Skills group.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Child Psychology, or related field preferred or equivalent experience
• Must have at least 4 years of experience working within the field of Human Services, and at least two years of direct care and/ or case management experience in a community service agency
• 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 the Indian Child Welfare Act, Child Welfare Permanency planning, out-of-home placement, and social service/correctional systems
• 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 have excellent organizational, reporting and management skills.
• Must have excellent written and communication skills
• Must have excellent work record and be able to demonstrate stability, role modeling for Youth Lodge residents
• Must demonstrate a chemically healthy lifestyle
• Must have a valid driver’s license, regular access to personal vehicle, auto insurance, and good driving record
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds
• Be able to model healthy lifestyles and positive choices to youth
• Must maintain a chemically healthy lifestyle
• Must have basic computer skills including ability to navigate MS Office products
• Must pass a MN DHS Background Check
• Office equipment including telephone systems, multifunction copier, MS Office and Outlook and learn the use of security camera and door system software
• Must be at least 21 years or older

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!

We are seeking a part time Youth Care Worker to provide direct care to at-risk youth from 11:00pm-7:00am both Friday and Saturday 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 Director. Payrate starting at $19.50/ hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• 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 technics
• 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 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

Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

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!

The Ain Dah Yung Center is looking for a Youth Care Worker to provide general supervision to youth between the ages of 16 through 21 in a small group home setting. The Beverley A. Benjamin Youth Lodge is a culturally specific transitional living program for American Indian youth and young adults 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 for this position are Sunday & Monday nights from 10pm to 10am. Starting at $19.50/ hour.

Job Responsibilities:
• Responsible for facilities management and cleanliness during overnight hours at the Youth Lodge
• Responsible for enforcing a daily schedule and enforcing facility standards, program policies and procedures.
• Track and ensure youth safe arrival/departure from lodge in evening and morning and perform bed checks
• Monitor surveillance camera system and arm/disarm alarm system at required times
• Provide emotional support and cultural guidance to residents, including conferring with the Youth Lodge Coordinator regarding incidents, behaviors, and general conduct of residents.
• Perform cleaning duties that include kitchen clean-up & dishes, resident laundry, cleaning/organizing 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.
• Provide information and referral to appropriate systems, agencies, and service providers.
• Attend periodic cultural, social, recreational activities for Youth Lodge residents
• Occasionally attend House Meetings in conjunction with the Transitional Living Program Case Manager, overseen by Youth Lodge Coordinator and/or Residential Director
• Attend required program staffing, agency all-staff meetings and trainings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
• A minimum of 2 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
• At least 2 years of experience working with youth and families in a human service setting
• Experience in shelter, group home or another residential program preferred
• Must be cognizant of and sensitive to the special needs/issues of American Indians and homeless youth
• Must be knowledgeable of the American Indian culture, values, and family systems
• Possess practical knowledge of larger systems and service providers encountered by youth preparing for independent living preferred
• Must be cognizant of and sensitive to the needs and issues of youth and youth adults in transition
• Must have excellent work record and be able to demonstrate stability, role modeling for Youth Lodge residents.
• Must possess working knowledge of basic youth health, nutrition, and development
• Be able to model healthy lifestyles and positive choices to youth
• Must maintain a chemically healthy lifestyle
• Must have basic written and communication skills
• Must have basic organizational, reporting and management skills
• Must have basic computer skills including ability to navigate MS Office products
• Must pass a MN DHS Background Check
• Office equipment including telephone systems, multifunction copier, MS Office and Outlook and learn the use of security camera and door system software.
• Must be at least 21 years or older and pass DHS Background Check.

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!

ABOUT US
Meaning "Our Home" in Ojibwe, the Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) provides a healing place within the community for American Indian youth and families to thrive in safety and wholeness.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Grant Specialist promotes the mission and models the values of Ain Dah Yung Center to provides a healing place within the community for American Indian youth and families to thrive in safety and wholeness. This position is responsible for identifying funding opportunities for a nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization and writing and submitting proposals to grantor organizations. Their duties include prospecting opportunities, researching deadlines, drafting grant requests, submitting reports for approval, and following through with all reporting requirements after funds are awarded. The role works in partnership with Development Director to develop business relationships with the potential to create corporate funding and volunteer opportunities within the Twin Cities area. Reports to the Development Director. Primarily day shift, Monday-Friday. Salary: $60,000

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Parental leave
• Bereavement leave
• Professional development assistance

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Researching grant opportunities and deadlines
• Writing and editing grant proposals that follow guidelines and display grammar and spelling
• Coordinating with project leaders and stakeholders to collect data, figures, and requirements
• Submitting and monitoring grant applications and reports
• Working with the leadership team to understand the financial needs and goals of the organization

QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in English, communication, creative writing, or related area and/or equivalent experience, minimum of 2 years
• Preference for candidate with Federal and State grant writing and reporting experience
• Preferred experience working with Native American Community
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion, both personally and organizationally
• Must be able work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Familiar with Microsoft Office 365, Teams, Zoom, and basic grant / donor management database
• Valid MN driver’s license with insurance and maintain a good driving record
• Must pass a DHS background check

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
• This job operates mainly in a professional office environment
• Some local travel is expected for this position
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and hear sufficiently to communicate effectively by phone or in person, and must be able to read correspondence, computer screens, and forms
• Some evening and weekend hours
• Standing, Walking, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computer, phones, and writing utensils

Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

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 continually nurturing 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. Those who identify as BIPOC or LGBTQ+ are encouraged to apply. Come walk with us and apply today.

Meaning "Our Home" in Ojibwe, the Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) provides a healing place within the community for American Indian youth and families to thrive in safety and wholeness.

Position Overview:
Ain Dah Yung is looking for a full-time Suicide Prevention Coordinator to join our Clinical Health & Wellness Program. This position would provide culturally responsive community-based suicide prevention programming and postvention support. The Suicide Prevention Coordinator will be responsible for seeing that the goals and objectives of the grant project are conducted in accordance with the work plan, which includes nurturing partner relationships and facilitating regular meetings, ensuring that the public awareness/education messages are completed, and report on data outcomes.

Responsibility:
• Coordinate service development, implementation, and evaluation within grant parameters ensuring clear working knowledge of grant application and contents to maintain program focus, initiative, and direction
• Reduce risk factors and increase protective factors for the American Indian individuals at risk for suicide through cultural practices, addressing social determinants and providing accessibility to resources already in place by providing one-on-one support on a weekly basis for individuals who are dealing with one or more of the identified social determinants that lead to being at risk for suicidal behavior
• Provide prevention and postvention talking circles that will lead to community-based dialogue to sharing resources and stories
• Provide community campaigns for public awareness
• Provide community events for crisis prevention awareness and promotion of the mental health program by implementing traditional healing events that address grieving, stress, and trauma
• Provide teaching opportunities for individuals to participate and learn the history of various cultural activities and ceremonies including but not limited to; attending pow wows, Sundance and other ceremonies, plant medicines, and learn various styles of dance and making medicine bags and other cultural arts
• Provide weekly culturally responsive programming. Provide instruction and protocols for various activities. Activities will include but are not limited to beading, sewing, regalia making, and drum making
• Become proficient in Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR), safeTALK, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), and Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM)
• Submit timely statistical and narrative reports for the grant with assistance from the grant evaluator to ensure accurate and timely services and spending within the State approved evaluation plan
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of the demographics, American Indian culture, lifestyles, & customs
• Resources- Knowledge of tribal and county health and social services programs
• Knowledge and experience in promoting events and programs through public speaking engagements
• Law and Government-Knowledge of laws including Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA), government regulations, federal privacy act and agency rules
• Public Safety- Knowledge of relevant safety measures to promote effective operations for the protection of people, data, and property
• Computers and Electronics-Knowledge of computer operation and applicable software
• Education and Training- Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects
• Active Listening -The skill of giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Communication-The skill of talking to others to convey information effectively, communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member within a multidisciplinary team
• Critical Thinking -The skill of using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems, considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
• Monitoring-The skill of monitoring/assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
• Time Management- The skill of managing one's own time and the time of others
• Judgement and Decision Making-The skill of considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one for grant funding
• Service Orientation-The skill of actively looking for ways to help people and communities
• Ability to engage members of collaborative partnerships in healthy discussions, cooperation, and working relationships
• Active Learning-The skill of understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Reasoning- The ability to apply rules and combine information to reach an appropriate conclusion to people and programs
• Problem Sensitivity -The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong and reach conclusions to solve the problem
• Skilled in assessing the needs of the individual and community and seek ways to address these needs
• Skilled in developing positive rapport with peers, families, and community members
• Skilled in management, documentation, administration

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with federal and state grant management, budgets, and systems preferred
• Must be able to pass DHS criminal background check
• Must have valid driver’s license, regular access to a vehicle, and insurance for travel between sites and other business-related destinations
• Must be able to work flexible hours due to community events
Physical and 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.
• Ability to proficiently and ergonomically operate computer and phones
• Occasional exposure to high-risk situations

Job Type: Full-time

Shift: Primarily Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm

Salary: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

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 continually nurturing 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. Those who identify as BIPOC or LGBTQ+ are encouraged to apply. Come walk with us and apply today.