Youth Specialist (FT - Evening)
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany
Location
Town of Guilderland, New York
Salary
$17 - $20 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide daily care, supervision, and emotional support to youth and children in a therapeutic residential environment. Responsibilities include implementing daily routines, supervising family visits, and transporting clients to essential appointments.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and 1-3 years of experience working with diverse populations. A valid driver's license and the ability to work evening shifts, including alternating weekends and holidays, are required.
Job description
Are you Ready to Launch Your Career? 🚀
Join us in our mission as a Youth Specialist & Child Care Worker at Catholic Charities of Community Maternity Services.
At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manger!
We are hiring Youth Specialists at the Farano Center to support youth in a structured, supportive, and therapeutic environment. These are ongoing openings, and we welcome applicants for full-time and evening availability.
- As the Youth Specialist & Child Care Worker, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:
- Provide daily care, supervision, and emotional support to residents and their children (if applicable)
- Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all residents at all times
- Supervise youth during visits with family members or identified visitors, following Family Plans and case plans
- Plan and implement a balanced daily routine and group living experiences
- Provide coverage at any CMS residential program as assigned
- Transport clients to school, medical appointments, court dates, visitation, or other activities
Youth Specialist & Child Care Worker Minimum Salary
$ 17.00/hour
Youth Specialist & Child Care Worker Maximum Salary
$ 20.00/hour
Youth Specialist & Child Care Worker Schedule: 35 hours/week evening (Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM; includes alternating weekends)
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 - 3 years of experience of working with a diverse population
- Valid driver's license
- Must remain awake and alert during entire shift, including overnight
- Must remain on shift until next shift arrives and is briefed
- Must work holiday and weeks when part of the regular schedule
We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits
- For benefit-eligible positions:
- Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Retirement planning options
- Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
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- A collaborative work environment
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
- Exciting referral bonuses
- Ongoing training and development
- Recognition and Awards
- Career Growth
- A collaborative team culture
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Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) [https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla]
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf]
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) [https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act]
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Referral Bonuses
- Career Growth
- Generous Time Off
- Ongoing Training And Development
- Retirement Planning Options
- Recognition And Awards
- Collaborative Work Environment
- Collaborative Team Culture