Youth Care Specialist

Who are we looking for? 

The Youth Care Specialist helps youth, creating a safe space and supporting them as they work through different life experiences. This role helps the youth transition into different parts of their day, A Youth Care Specialist helps youth identify their strengths and traumas/triggers and setting goals. They motivate, coach, and inspire the youth to be their best selves. 

What will you do as a Youth Care Specialist?

 • Instruct, supervise, and participate in daily skill training and personal development 

• Teach the youth social and emotional skills training and create opportunities for recreation and fun

 • Work collaboratively with program supervisor and case management team to understand individualized service plan objectives 

• Assure that physical safety needs of youth are met, and the program participants and the environment are safe

 • Give practical advice and guidance to youth within program guidelines 

•  Identify and anticipate potential behavioral problems and resolve conflicts using collaborative problem solving and non-violent communication

 • Help youth understand the rules of the house and follow policies and procedures 

• Assure the home is safe, clean, and stock with supplies necessary to manage the home 

• Prepare meals and work with youth to create culturally appropriate menu plans 

• Document services in line with Behavioral Rehabilitation Services master service plan 

• Document observation and activities and write incident reports when necessary 

• Special projects as assigned  

What Education and Experience do you need to be a Youth Care Specialist? 

Required:

 • High School Diploma or equivalent 

• Must have current valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance 

 • Successful completion of a comprehensive background check 

Preferred: 

• Accredited Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Social or Human Services 

• Three years of experience working with “at-risk” youth  

• Food Handlers Card or ability to obtain within first 30 days of employment 

• First Aid and CPR training or ability to obtain within first 30 days of employment