Youth Care Professional (Part-Time)

Nexus Family Healing•Fargo, ND

7d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

Nexus-PATH at Luther Hall in Fargo, ND is adding to our Youth Care Professionals (YCP) team! We are looking to add a Part-Time Youth Care Professional to help with daytime weekend support. This role is similar to Behavioral Health Technician, mental health counseling, or direct care roles at other organizations. Our team of mental health professionals primarily focus on youth and family mental health services. PAY: Competitive Hourly Offered (starting at $21/hour)

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age
High school diploma or GED required
Certified in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training (offered onsite) within 90 days of employment is required
Must successfully pass Fit-For-Duty Health Screen prior to start of employment is required
Valid Driver’s License required
Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges.
Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred
1 year of mental health experience preferred

Responsibilities

Participates in the treatment planning and review process
Monitors residents to ensure individual adherence to treatment plans
Facilitates group activities including development and delivery
Supervises residents with daily living activities
Promotes appropriate behaviors while emphasizing and utilizing resident strengths
Monitors resident behavior and responds to and/or reports accordingly
Monitors resident family site visits
Ensures residents comply with facility rules and regulations including check in/out procedures
Uses behavior management techniques to de-escalate, redirect, or participate in physical restraints
Escorts/transports residents to activities
Administers medication as per doctor’s orders
Complete appropriate documentation accurately and timely
Recognize and value cultural differences in all aspects of work and service delivery
Other duties as assigned