VACANCY ANN. #: STOI-23-034

TITLE: LEAD CREW BOSS, SUMMER YOUTH

SUPERVISOR: CDS / LEAD CASE WORKER

DEPARTMENT: 477/TANF EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING

LOCATION: WELLPINIT, WA

STATUS: SEASONAL, FULL-TIME

RATE OF PAY: $18.88 - $20.51 / PER HOUR

OPENING DATE: APRIL 28, 2023

CLOSING DATE: MAY 12, 2023

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

The Summer Youth Lead Crew Boss will be involved in planning and implementing summer youth employment activities and oversee all YES Team activities. Will also work directly with summer youth participants, teaching good work ethics, valuable work experiences, and practices.

The Summer Youth Lead Crew Boss position will work May through September.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Assists in program development with a focus on activities that align with program employment objectives;
• Carries out scheduled activity plans in a timely manner;
• Monitor SYE staff to ensure they are fulfilling their daily objectives by completing activities/tasks;
• Monitors YES Team workers daily; works along with staff/youth during activities/projects assigned;
• Provide interventions and disciplinary actions as needed, reports to supervisor(s) all issues.
• Ensures safety and well-being of youth through positive teachings and guidance. Serves as a leader and role-model;
• Follow tribal protocols by documenting and reporting incidents and or accidents;
• Track staff/youth hours to ensure accurate and complete timesheets bi-weekly;
• Monitor and track mileage used on vehicles and submit logs weekly to supervisor;
• Transports self and youth to and from work locations via assigned vehicles; operates and maintains assigned vehicle (12-15 passenger van);
• Responsible for reporting/documenting any damages that may occur to leased or rented vehicles;
• Assist in maintenance and upkeep of the program equipment; Train staff/youth;
• Ensures staff/youth follow proper safety procedures and guidelines while using equipment;
• Assist in maintaining adequate supplies and materials inventory;
• Keeps a daily log identifying completed projects;
• Mandated reporting of abuse and neglect through the appropriate channels;
• Performs other work related activities and duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize;
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently when required;
• Must be reliable, flexible, trustworthy and work well under pressure;
• Must have skill in dealing with a variety of people of all age groups – excellent communication skills;
• Skilled in handling conflict such as staff, parent, child complaints and/or disputes;
• Experience in transporting clients/youth in a 12-15 passenger van/shuttle in inclement weather and driving truck with trailer preferred.
• Must be familiar with operating hand and power tools;
• Ability to handle minimal to extreme physical activity at any given time;
• Ability to speak in a public setting and facilitate groups;
• Must be able to travel and work irregular shifts while attending Leadership Camp(s).
• Must follow guidelines set in the Code of Ethics for Helping Professionals

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Washington State Driver’s license, good driving record for insurance purposes and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to become certified in CPR/First Aid;
• Must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check.
• High School Diploma/GED required. Additional consideration given to those that have extended education in fields associated with the youth or youth related activities/prevention/wellness.
• Must be 25 years or older.
• At least two (2) years of supervisory experience with youth/adults;
• At least two (2) years of related maintenance, carpentry or repair experience
• Must have previous experience working with Native American clientele and understand cultural needs.
• Applicants must maintain a substance abuse free lifestyle while employed and working with youth.

Safety Sensitive

Section 101.630: This position will have regular contact with and/or control over children as part of their job duties.

Contact: Sabrina McCoy or Empero Corral

Phone # (509)458-6583, (509) 458-6527

E-mail: hrfrontdesk@spokanetribe.com

Applications Must Be Received In the Human Resources Department

No Later Than 4:30 p.m. On The Closing Date

The Spokane Tribe Reserves The Right To Hire According To Its Indian Preference Hiring Policy

Applicants Are Subject To A Pre-Employment Drug Test

Positions Considered Safety Sensitive Will Also Test for Marijuana

Positions With The Spokane Tribe Are Subject To A 90-Day Orientation Period