Employment

Position Overview: This position is responsible for providing direct services to youth and families that are coping with crises while operating within a framework of agency philosophy and goals. The ideal candidate will have the skills and compassion necessary for building the capacity of youth and families toward increasing their overall sense of well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care, supervision, guidance and milieu therapy to youth.
• Develop specialized program plans for youth.
• Co-facilitate and lead group sessions with youth.
• Provide screenings for services, administer assessments and intake services, document and report abuse (when necessary), and complete required file work for youth entering the shelter program.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or final year of B.A. program in psychology, social work, or related human services field and/or two years of experience working with youth.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record (preferred). Bi-lingual (preferred).
• Must clear a background check.

To Apply: 

Submit cover letter and resume to resume@bridgeforyouth.org

The Bridge for Youth (BFY) provides runaway and homeless youth with safe shelter, assists in the prevention and resolution of family conflicts, and reunifies families whenever possible. BFY strives to be the premier resource for youth and families in crisis by providing: 1) Support that empowers; 2) Safe shelter; 3) Sustainable tools for success and restoration of relationships; and 4) When possible, family reunification.

Position Information

• Position: Gloria’s Place Youth & Family Advocate
• Job Type: Full-Time; 1.0 FTE
• Classification: Non-Exempt
• Reports To: Gloria’s Place Case Manager Supervisor
• Posting Date: 8/20/2021
• Closing Date: Open until filled

Position Overview

The YFA in Gloria’s Place is responsible for providing direct services to youth (ages 15-17) who are pregnant and/or parenting in an emergency shelter setting. As a Gloria’s Place YFA, this position supports young parents and their children (ages 0-3) who are experiencing homelessness. This position works with a team to support young families in crisis as they work towards reunification with family or stable housing.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage, interact and supervise youth (ages 15-17) and their children (ages 0-3) in a milieu setting
• Teach and assist youth in daily living skills such as cleaning, laundry, etc.
• Provide counseling and support to youth as needed
• Ensure case management plan of youth is being followed and accurate information is charted in each youth’s file
• Respect youth confidentiality and always demonstrate appropriate boundaries with youth and families
• Schedule: Sun 8am-4:40pm; Mon 7:30am-4pm; Tues 2:30-11pm; Fri 8m-4:30pm; Sat 2:30-11pm

Qualifications

• Required: Two years of experience working with youth in a similar setting or Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or human services related field. Must have ability to demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Must clear a background check.
• Preferred: Bi-lingual, valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and proof of automobile insurance.

To Apply

Submit cover letter and resume to resume@bridgeforyouth.org

The Bridge for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to embracing diversity and individuality and opposed to
practices which discriminate on basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, handicap, disability, age, or nationality.
We apply this policy of unbiased consideration not only to our employment practices, but also to any contractual
opportunities. We are further committed to taking affirmative action to ensure these opportunities are accessible to
individuals who meet the qualifications, and we encourage all interested parties to apply. EEO/AA.

The Bridge for Youth (BFY) provides runaway and homeless youth with safe shelter, assists in the prevention and resolution of family conflicts, and reunifies families whenever possible. BFY strives to be the premier resource for youth and families in crisis by providing: 1) Support that empowers; 2) Safe shelter; 3) Sustainable tools for success and restoration of relationships; and 4) When possible, family reunification.

Position Information

Position: Overnight (Awake) Youth & Family Advocate – Gloria’s Place
Job Type: Full-Time (.88 FTE)
Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Gloria’s Place Supervisor
Posting Date: September 14, 2021
Closing Date: Open until filled

Position Overview

This position is responsible for providing direct services to parenting youth and families that are coping with crises while operating within a framework of agency philosophy and goals. The ideal candidate will be Spanish speaking and have the skills necessary for building the capacity of youth and families toward increasing their overall sense of well-being. This position works 10 hour shifts on a rotating 7 day on 7 days off schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, supervision, guidance and milieu support to youth
• Regular and consistent bed checks
• Maintaining case management
• Provide screenings for services, administer assessments and intake services, document case management goals, and complete required file work for youth entering the shelter program

Qualifications

Two years of experience working with youth in a similar setting or Bachelor’s/AA degree in human services related field. Bi-lingual/Spanish (preferred). Must clear a background check and have ability to demonstrate commitment to diversity.

To Apply

Submit cover letter and resume to resume@bridgeforyouth.org

The Bridge for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to embracing diversity and individuality and opposed to practices which discriminate on basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, handicap, disability, age, or nationality. We apply this policy of unbiased consideration not only to our employment practices, but also to any contractual opportunities. We are further committed to taking affirmative action to ensure these opportunities are accessible to individuals who meet the qualifications, and we encourage all interested parties to apply. EEO/AA.

Our New VISION All youth feel safe, accepted, and supported.
Our New MISSION The Bridge for Youth centers youth voice, justice, and equity in all we do, and empowers youth experiencing homelessness through safe shelter, basic needs, and healthy relationships.
Our New VALUES
Patience – We give space for youth to make decisions on their own timeline in their own way. Love and Caring – We believe in acceptance, empathy, and non-judgment. Communication – We engage in intentional dialogue to understand each other’s truths. Integrity – We actively learn, grow, and change to align our actions in equity and justice. Co-Creation – We seek connection to amplify the voice of youth and each other. Community – We stand together for youth and for each other.

Position Information

Position: Rita’s House Case Manager
Job Type: Full-Time
Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Supportive Housing Manager
Posting Date: November 18, 2021
Closing Date: Open until filled
Compensation: $20/hr – $23/hr

Position Overview

The Bridge for Youth (BFY) centers youth voice, justice, and equity in all we do, and empowers youth experiencing homelessness through safe shelter, basic needs, and healthy relationships. For over 50 years, The Bridge has been at the forefront of addressing youth homelessness in Minnesota, positively impacting the lives of the most vulnerable youth in our community, through youth-centered programs that offer a pathway out of poverty and chronic homelessness.

The Rita’s House Case Manager serves youth aged 18-21 who have been homeless or precariously housed and are transitioning to independent living within a 12-unit supportive housing intentional community. This position works closely with the Transitions Coach, property management (CommonBond) and community partners to assist youth in obtaining education and employment, provide independent living skills and familiarize youth with community resources.

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, vision and ancillary benefits
• Company paid life insurance and long-term disability
• 403b (immediate contribution and vesting) with up to 4% match after one year of employment
• Up to 20 days of PTO first year of employment, in addition to 14 paid holidays
• Pet friendly
• All staff receive free and unlimited access to virtual health care, mental health counseling, dermatology, back pain, nutrition and medical advice

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for case management of 12 youth including aftercare youth, providing services and resources as needed
• Responsible for conducting intake and exit for youth
• Collaborate with Property Manager (Commonbond), HR & Admin Director (Facilities), Finance Director, Grant Writer and Data & Evaluation Manager as needed
• Facilitate weekly house meeting with residents of Rita’s House
• Make appropriate referrals
• Conduct weekly consultations to assess and address needs of residents
• Conduct the intake and exit process
• Partner with property management and Transition Coach to ensure programmatic success
• Foster youth relationships with BFY supportive service providers (i.e., oral mental health care providers) and external agencies
• Provide programmatic input into the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) system
• Familiarity with the Hennepin County Coordinated Entry system and process
• Provide aftercare support to youth
• Manage the environment to ensure home is functioning and presentable
• Foster a safe environment to ensure that youth are complying of BFY and CommonBond’s policies and expectations
• Compile monthly programmatic activity overview report for internal review
• Stay current on BFY annual trainings
• Provide supportive services with youth upon discharge and provide aftercare support
• Maintain youth files
• Document statistical information as needed
• Affirming Diversity/Culture:
  • Incorporate awareness of the gender, cultural, racial, social, sexual, and economic context of the persons seeking services
  • Participate in maintaining a diverse work force
  • Seek consultation, training, and feedback from colleagues to advance skills in providing crosscultural services
  • Ensure that services are delivered with cultural sensitivity, proficiency and competence
  • Promote the development of cultural competence in all employees by creating and maintaining a work culture that is inclusive and free of bias
• Obtain and maintain knowledge of record keeping in a digitized environment, expertise in text messaging, and other digital communication methods
• Familiarity with using Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and Teams

Working Hours

• Full-time, hourly position
• Sunday -Thursday 10:30am-7pm

Qualifications

Required

• Two years of experience working in a similar setting
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations; ability to incorporate awareness of the gender, cultural, racial, social, sexual, and economic context of residents
• Demonstrated ability to work both individually and with a team
• Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written
• Must have valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and proper automobile insurance limits of $100,000/$300,000 per accident
• Must clear a background check

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree or final year of B.A. program in psychology, social work, or related human services field and/or four years of experience working with youth
• Bi-lingual (English-Spanish) with high proficiency of verbal and written skills

To Apply

Submit cover letter and resume to resume@bridgeforyouth.org

The Bridge for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to embracing diversity and individuality and opposed to
practices which discriminate on basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, handicap, disability, age, or nationality.
We apply this policy of unbiased consideration not only to our employment practices, but also to any contractual
opportunities. We are further committed to taking affirmative action to ensure these opportunities are accessible to
individuals who meet the qualifications, and we encourage all interested parties to apply. EEO/AA.

Our New VISION All youth feel safe, accepted, and supported.
Our New MISSION The Bridge for Youth centers youth voice, justice, and equity in all we do, and empowers
youth experiencing homelessness through safe shelter, basic needs, and healthy relationships.
Our New VISION All youth feel safe, accepted, and supported.
Our New MISSION The Bridge for Youth centers youth voice, justice, and equity in all we do, and empowers youth experiencing homelessness through safe shelter, basic needs, and healthy relationships.
Our New VALUES
Patience – We give space for youth to make decisions on their own timeline in their own way. Love and Caring – We believe in acceptance, empathy, and non-judgment. Communication – We engage in intentional dialogue to understand each other’s truths. Integrity – We actively learn, grow, and change to align our actions in equity and justice. Co-Creation – We seek connection to amplify the voice of youth and each other. Community – We stand together for youth and for each other.

Position Information

Position: Office Manager
Job Type: Full-Time
Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Executive Director
Posting Date: November 29, 2021
Closing Date: Open until filled
Compensation: $24.00/hr to $26.44/hr

Position Overview

The Bridge for Youth (BFY) centers youth voice, justice, and equity in all we do, and empowers youth experiencing homelessness through safe shelter, basic needs, and healthy relationships. For over 50 years, BFY has been at the forefront of addressing youth homelessness in Minnesota, positively impacting the lives of the most vulnerable youth in our community, through youth-centered programs that offer a pathway out of poverty and chronic homelessness.

The Office Manager plays an important role by providing confidential administrative support to the Executive Director, as well as other departments. Responsibilities include maintaining schedules; coordination of internal and external executive meetings; maintaining official Board of Directors’ records; assisting in Development, Human Resources and Financial processes; managing inventory and ordering supplies; and supporting organizational evens and relationships.

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, vision and ancillary benefits
• Company paid life insurance and long-term disability
• 403b (immediate contribution and vesting) with up to 4% match after one year of employment
• Up to 20 days of PTO first year of employment, in addition to 14 paid holidays
• Pet friendly
• All staff receive free and unlimited access to virtual health care, mental health counseling, dermatology, back pain, nutrition and medical advice

All Staff Are Asked To:

• Lead within a framework of agency values, philosophies, and goals, including team commitment and cooperation across BFY services and programs
• Emulate and enthusiastically promote the organizational culture as defined by the identified values statements and racial justice and equity opportunities of BFY
• Lead in building upon and strengthening a culture of establishing and nurturing relationships
• BFY believes in team, collaboration, and constantly developing a supportive and caring environment for each other. Sometimes we are asked to lean in above and beyond our position description and we enthusiastically do so

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support – Executive Director & Board of Directors

• Assist the Executive Director in scheduling and coordination of meetings
• Manage logistics for internal and external meetings including:
  • Supplies and refreshments, etc.
  • Take minutes at meetings and distribute in a timely manner
  • Resolve conflicts with needs for common meeting spaces
• Create and maintain agency records and files, either electronically or on paper
• Manage inventory and order office supplies as needed within agency budget
• Provide support for the Board of Directors and committees including managing correspondence, scheduling and reports, coordinating logistics for bi-monthly meetings and the annual retreat, and meeting minutes
• Maintain official Board records including Board approved policies
• Create and circulate to the appropriate parties on an annual basis: The Board Conflict of Interest Disclosure and list of a Board approved policies
• Responsible for developing staff, community partner and donor correspondence for Executive Director

Administrative Support – Finance, Development, & Human Resources (50%)

• Record funds received in accordance with BFY accounting policies
• Assist with reconciliation of BFY credit cards
• Coordinate data entry functions and gift acknowledgements on a timely basis
• Enter confidential donor data into the agency database
• Provide administrative support for Development (i.e., acknowledgement letters, call lists, direct mail appeals, and special events)
• Administrative support for Human Resources (i.e., running reports, preparing presentations, compiling training / onboarding materials)

Technology Skills Required

• Proficiency in record keeping in a digitized environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, One Drive, Planner, Notes)
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Proficiency in data entry in donor databases (i.e., Bloomerang)
• Equipment used: computer, electronic mail system, telephone, and cell phone

Working Hours

• This is a full time, salaried position. Hours are generally Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30am-4:30pm but may vary based on organizational needs

Qualifications

• Three years-experience in a nonprofit environment as Office Manager, Executive Assistant or related
• Passion for the mission of The Bridge for Youth
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to racial justice, equity, inclusion, and diversity
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral
• Strong organizational skills as well as the ability to exercise critical thinking and independent judgement
• Ability to understand and maintain sensitive, confidential information
• The ability to work onsite (Minneapolis)
• Must clear a background check
• Must have valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and proper automobile insurance limits ($100,000/$300,000)

To Apply

Submit cover letter and resume to resume@bridgeforyouth.org

The Bridge for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to embracing diversity and individuality and opposed to
practices which discriminate on basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, handicap, disability, age, or nationality.
We apply this policy of unbiased consideration not only to our employment practices, but also to any contractual
opportunities. We are further committed to taking affirmative action to ensure these opportunities are accessible to
individuals who meet the qualifications, and we encourage all interested parties to apply. EEO/AA.