Summer Program Youth Care Specialist (Seasonal)

OhioGuidestone•Berea, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

OhioGuidestone is seeking a Summer Program Youth Care Specialist for a seasonal position. This role is part of the Residential Treatment team, focusing on providing out-of-home care for boys and girls with complex trauma, mental health needs, academic struggles, and severe emotional and behavioral concerns. The position offers a Monday-Friday schedule from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, running from June 1st to August 19th, with potential for a permanent role afterward. The organization is a leader in community behavioral health care, serving approximately 26,000 Ohioans annually through telehealth and in-person services, including mental health and substance use treatment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must be at least 21 years of age (in accordance with licensing guidelines).
Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
Ability to take and pass a physical exam, tuberculosis test, and drug screening.
PAARR and PAARR physical training is an essential function of the position and must be completed to the satisfaction of the instructor.
English reading and writing skills.
Attention to detail and confidentiality.
Ability and willingness to work holidays.
Team player.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a Social Service field.
Experience working with the adolescent population.

Responsibilities

Works as an integral member of the Residential Treatment team.
Builds and maintains strong, nurturing relationships with residents and staff.
Observes professional boundaries at all times.
Effectively communicates with all.
Provides leadership in advocacy and support for residents in care.
Supervises residents to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment during assigned shift.
Handles emergency situations such as environmental, weather-related, or physical injury.
Provides crisis intervention to residents according to policies and procedures.
Develops and consistently implements structured routines for daily functioning (wake-up, hygiene, meals, activities, bedtime).
Plans and organizes activities and educational groups for residents to promote change and growth in social skill building, and physical, emotional, and mental development, according to treatment plans.
Implements activities consistent with the Brain Building model for treatment.
Completes all required documentation, including CIR’s, daily logs, night logs, communication logs, USDA logs, and any other required documentation.
Completes all required training prior to deadlines, both in-person and online.
Correctly utilizes PAARR and PAARR physical techniques at all times.
Maintains active status in all required certifications and trainings.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
May be involved in planning, organizing, and implementing special events, department-specific projects, or seasonal program changes.
Exhibits positivity, flexibility, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities.
Demonstrates positive leadership and promotes a team-based work environment.
Presents the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.