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Matrix Human Services is Educating Children, Supporting Families and Rebuilding Neighborhoods in Detroit.

THE IMPACT YOU WILL BE A PART OF WITH JOINING MATRIX

• Over 30 program locations throughout Detroit and surrounding areas
• 20,000+ individuals benefiting from Matrix services every year
• The largest Head Start Program in the city of Detroit
• The largest HIV treatment and prevention program in Detroit
• After school youth services and academic enrichment
• Workforce Development and Financial Literacy Programs
• Housing Education and Home Buying Assistance
• Healthy Senior Living Program

FOCUS ON PERSONAL AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT. Tuition Assistance. Professional Development Support. In-House Learning and Professional Development Platform.

*WE EMBRACE WORK LIFE BALANCE. *Vacation Banks. Paid Holidays.

*BENEFITS OPTIONS. *Medical/Rx. Nonstop Visa Card. Dental. Vision. Life/AD&D Insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts. Combine Short- & Long-Term Disability. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 403(b) Retirement Account.

CEO Starr Allen-Pettway has been honored by the Michigan Chronicle as a distinguished nonprofit leader in Southeast Michigan.

CORE VALUES:

• Positive Attitude
• Always Learning
• Results Through Accountability
• Building Relationships

JOB SUMMARY/ACCOUNTABILITY:

The duties of the Prevention Specialist will be to work, plan, coordinate, and provide individual and group intervention and prevention services to at-risk youth, ages 7-17. This includes a specific focus in preventing and addressing homelessness, at-risk behavior, and those in danger of entering the juvenile justice system.

This position requires a full-time on-site presence, offering you the chance to engage directly with our team and projects, and ensuring a hands-on role in our dynamic work environment.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, coordinate and provide a range of activities for youth including group and individual counseling; academic assistance; mentoring; career development activities, computer skills; recreational activities; cultural activities; community service activity; arts and crafts; field trips; and speakers and presentations
• After school hours, weekends, and evenings may will be required. This includes 8-12 hours of direct service with clients
• Keep accurate data/progress notes regarding clients
• Conduct assessments, screening, and interviews with clients
• Maintain case files including intake forms; assessment data; client release forms; attendance and participation forms and all progress notes
• Maintain strict confidentiality concerning information gained through client interviews and program participation
• Maintain a caseload of clients as assigned by the Program Manager
• Develop individual case plans for each client assigned
• Ensure resident records are in accordance with the Department of Community Justice, COA licensure and Matrix PQI standards
• Participate in staff meetings and any other meetings necessary for doing the job
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Works with youth to goals and provide case management services as needed
• Prepares and facilitates appropriate academic activities (including homework completion.)

• Provides direct academic support to designated students

   

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor's Degree or higher in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or socially is REQUIRED with preferably one year of relevant experience (volunteer