Youth Support Specialist 2nd Shift

POSITION SUMMARY

A youth support specialist is responsible for meeting the basic needs of all residents placed under their direct care and supervision. This position requires the ability to develop professional relationships with residents while demonstrating a genuine concern for, understanding of, and willingness to help the resident with their treatment needs. A youth support specialist is able to provide structure through the implementation of a daily schedule and remains fair and consistent in their daily interactions with residents. In short, a Mentor & Role Model for kids.

FUNDAMENTAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalency.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must be able to demonstrate awareness of the cultural and socioeconomic differences of our clients as well as value a nurturing family as the ideal environment;
• A commitment to empowering others to solve their own problems and a conviction about the capacity of people to grow and change;
• The ability to establish a respectful relationship with persons served to help them gain skills and confidence by maintaining a helping role and appropriately intervening to meet service goals;
• The ability to set appropriate limits.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Ability to be consistent, fair, and structured while building relationships
• Willingness to take on new challenges and be creative
• Positive Role Model
• Able to be adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people and situations
• Able to communicate clearly with a wide range of people including a variety of internal and external constituents
• Able to identify problems and resolve them in a timely and appropriate manner

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Typical work week is 40 hours for full time staff, 16-32 hours per week for part time staff.
• Scheduled days and times will vary depending on department and shift assigned.
• Position requires additional hours when necessary to maintain the safety and security of campus.
• Youth support specialists will have regular contact with their immediate supervisor and clinical staff.
• Courtesy and professionalism are expected at all times.

COMPENSATION

• This position is full-time or part-time, and compensation includes a competitive hourly rate and benefits plan (full-time only).