Youth Development Technician

About the Role

As a Youth Development Technician, you will work directly with youth providing a safe and predictable environment during their sleeping hours and during their morning wake-up routine. Utilizing the tools we provide, you will help role model, educate, and motivate youth in a manner that promotes their growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team to provide a structured and safe environment for each youth placed at our program.
• Promote growth through therapeutic groups and individual work with each youth.
• Provide safety through room checks, room searches, continual supervision and documentation.
• Deescalate during crisis, which can sometimes involve safety interventions and/or physical restraints.
• Follow program processes and rules with each youth in order to keep consistency and work as a team.
• Successfully complete initial and on-going training.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED

Other Qualifications:

• At least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing
• Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors
• Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Shift: 10:45pm-6:45am (overnight), including weekends

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Pay & Benefits

• $19.00/hour
• DailyPay – Access your earned wages before payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development

• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

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