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Youth Care Specialist Part Time (7209)

Lutheran Services Florida

#Case Management #Behavioral Health #CPR #Crisis Intervention #First Aid #Social Services #Youth Care #Client Intake #Resident Supervision

Quick overview

The Youth Care Specialist supervises residents aged 10-17, ensuring a safe environment and providing quality care. Responsibilities include managing behavior, assisting with case plans, and encouraging educational and life skills growth.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license with auto insurance. Experience working with troubled youth in a structured setting is preferred.

high schoolRelationship BuildingCrisis InterventionBehavior ManagementDiscretionClient IntakeCultural SensitivityCPR/First AidYouth SupervisionMedication OversightCase Plan Implementation

Job description

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.

LSF is looking for a talented Youth Care Specialist who wants to make an impact in the lives of youth ages 10-17!

Purpose & Impact

This is a direct service delivery position. The Youth Care Specialist supervises residents, provides quality care, ensures a safe and secure environment and transports and accompanies residents with outside activities. You will be the role model and encourage each resident to pursue educational growth as well as everyday life skills.

Essential Functions

Provide supportive environment for youth.
Provide daily security and up-keep of facility.
As directed, participate in the implementation and monitoring of client case plans.
Participate in various in-service training sessions.
Attend staff meetings, as directed.
Assist with supervision of residents during activities.
Effectively manages behavior and supervision of residents during activities.
Assign and supervise chores.
Prepare meals as needed.
Screen clients, conduct initial intakes and administer client satisfaction surveys when so directed.
Complete required initial paperwork for clients.
Oversee shelter clients self-administering all medication.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Ability and flexibility to work extended hours and be flexible with scheduling.
Valid state driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.

Education

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

Experience working with youth/troubled youth in an organized/structured setting preferred.

Skills/Abilities

Dependability, discretion, and good judgement are essential.
Ability to establish effective relationships with clients, co-workers and the general public.
Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
Team player with co-workers and administrators.
Certified CPR/First Aid, crisis intervention within the first 90 days of employment.

Why work for LSF?

LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization.

LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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