Youth Circle Facilitator I (Statewide)

The Youth Circle (YC) Facilitator I coordinates, facilitates and sometimes records Youth Circles for current and former foster youth in Hawaiʻi. The YC Facilitator I provides a group process for youth to celebrate their emancipation from foster care and to assist them in planning for their independence. The YC Facilitator I will use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity, requiring judgement and decision making with more oversight/consultation. Work in a collaborative environment, with a team of other Coordinators, Facilitators, Administrative Support Supervisor, and YC management and collaborate with all other youth servicing programs statewide. Responsible for weekly reviews, completion of all assignments and to appropriately seek daily supervision and direction as needed. Stay current on all new procedures and directions. Coordinate and facilitate Youth Circles. Schedule an average of five (5) to six (6) circles per month and carry an average case load of 125 to 150 which includes initial Circles and Re-Circles, and young people to call and follow up. Responsible for following up on new referrals and transfers on all assigned cases. Responsible for pre-briefing and de-briefing with YC management any problems, concerns, or unusual circumstances at Circles. Perform all steps as described in the YC checklist (database) and procedures, leading to the successful scheduling of the Circle. Maintain a moderate working knowledge of computers for data entry. Write Transition Plans adhering to the Transition Plan trainings, procedures, and timelines.