About The Position

We empower young people to discover their true potential. We're a national youth organization offering education and workforce development, treatment, and behavioral and skills training. Our approach fosters care and sense of family to transform lives. At heart, relationships and hope are in our DNA, and for more than 50 years we've empowering young people to achieve success and believe: I Can. We are seeking a Youth Care Specialist with a strong commitment to direct and safely supervising the youth in our care. Essential success attributes include communication, problem solving skills, team collaboration and organizational skills. As a Youth Care Specialist your primary responsibility will be to provide guidance in behavior choices by teaching social, self-help, academic and living skills. The Youth Care Specialist role is vital as the support you will provide helps the Youth better themselves and manage challenges in their lives. Building confidence in the Youth to help them create their own solutions. Serve as a support figure for the Youth providing mental and emotional stability. When working overnight shift you will supervise youth during quiet and sleeping hours and conduct bed checks in accordance to established schedule. Actively participates in day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, ground maintenance and equipment relocation. May transport Youth and drive for other work-related tasks.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
  • Minimum one-year related experience within an educational or youth service program, preferably working with troubled youth.

Responsibilities

  • Provide guidance in behavior choices by teaching social, self-help, academic and living skills.
  • Support youth in building confidence and creating their own solutions.
  • Supervise youth during quiet and sleeping hours and conduct bed checks during overnight shifts.
  • Participate in day trips and special activities involving recreational sports.
  • Assist with facility and equipment cleaning, ground maintenance, and equipment relocation.
  • Transport youth and drive for work-related tasks.

Benefits

  • Growth Opportunities (we develop our leaders from within)
  • Health Benefits to eligible full-time employees
  • Paid Holidays and PTO
  • Wellness Benefits (EAP, Health Coaching)
  • Retirement Plans (yes more than 1)

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Industry

Social Assistance

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

1,001-5,000 employees

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