NIGHT SHIFT 12am-8am Youth Development Specialist

Responsibilities

• Supervise clients (10 to 17 years) in a youth residential program.
• Identify development areas for each youth using the Youth Development System.
• Provide direct supervision for resident clients, including bed checks every 10 minutes, and monitor walks, and wake up for school when school is in session.
• Report unusual behavior and use Crisis Intervention techniques proactively.
• Complete chores such as sweeping, laundry, making beds, general cleaning, organizing, making breakfast for clients only on weekend mornings.
• Drive clients to school on the first day, then walk them to get on school bus when school is in session.
• Maintain order and discipline among resident clients, assigning consequences and using Crisis Intervention techniques when trained.
• Foster a safe and welcoming environment for youth, families, and colleagues, ensuring emotional and physical security without re-traumatization.
• Follow a trauma-informed approach, demonstrating sensitivity to individuals’ needs and experiences.
• Lead group discussions and plan recreational activities aligned with development themes.
• Complete monitoring notes, runaway/incident reports, and client case records.
• Handle clerical aspects of intake process for new resident clients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid FL Driver's License with at least two years of driving experience.
• Ability to maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Ability to maintain personal vehicle/driving liability insurance.
• Ability to practice self-care and seek support as needed to prevent burnout while providing trauma-informed care.
• Two+ years of direct work experience with adolescents preferred.
• Work experience in a Residential setting preferred.
• Requires a high degree of physical activity including the ability to run, jump, bend, and stand for significant time periods (2+ hours), lift and carry 50+ pounds.
• The ability to travel on a regional basis as needed for training and transport.