Youth Care Specialist - Day Shift

OhioGuidestone • Berea, OH

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About The Position

OhioGuidestone's residential Campus provides out-of-home care for boys and girls with complex trauma, mental health needs, academic struggles, and severe emotional and behavioral concerns, which prevent them from living safely at home. A Youth Care Specialist is a youth that works in tandem with placing agencies and caregivers to transition youth back into permanent living situations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in a Social Service field and experience working with the adolescent population is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 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.

Responsibilities

• Works as an integral member of the Residential Treatment team, building and maintaining strong, nurturing relationships with residents and staff.
• Supervises residents in their care assuring that a safe and therapeutic environment is maintained during assigned shift.
• Handles emergency situations such as environmental, weather-related, and physical injury.
• Provides crisis intervention to residents according to residential treatment center policies and procedures.
• Develops and consistently implements structured routines for daily functioning, including wake-up, hygiene, meals, activities, and bedtime.
• Plans and organizes activities and educational groups for residents promoting change and growth in social skills, physical, emotional, and mental development.
• Implements activities consistent with the Brain Building model for treatment.
• Completes all required documentation, including daily logs, night logs, communication logs, USDA logs, and any other required documentation.
• Completes all required training prior to deadline, 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 the planning, organization, and implementation of special events or department-specific projects.
• Exhibits positivity, flexibility, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities.
• Demonstrates positive leadership and promotes a team-based work environment.

Benefits

• Pre-employment screening process covered by the agency, including fingerprint background screening, physical, tuberculosis test, and drug screen.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees