Youth Care Specialist III (8307)

Lutheran Services Florida•Crestview, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is seeking a talented Youth Care Specialist III to make an impact in the lives of others. The schedule is primarily 1st shift but must be flexible to cover shifts during shortages. This position is responsible for the shift lead worker responsibilities of the program, monitoring daily activities and providing oversight support to Youth Care Specialists II. The Youth Care Specialist III must fulfill all job functions of the YCS II level position as necessary/required. This is a direct service delivery position and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

Requirements

High school diploma/equivalency required.
Two years’ experience in direct care service delivery.
Dependability, discretion, and good judgment are essential.
Must possess the ability to establish effective relationships with clients, co-workers and the general public.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
Must be able to remain physically active throughout the workday, including frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, and lifting.
Ability to safely and effectively intervene in crisis situations, including physically guiding or restraining youth when necessary and appropriate, following agency policies and training.
Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to move quickly and respond promptly to emergency situations.
Regularly required to talk and hear; must be able to communicate effectively with youth and team members.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and phones, as needed for documentation and communication.
Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather.
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to ensure the safety of youth in care.
Must have a high level of energy.
Must have full physical capabilities such as lifting, bending, cooking, cleaning, and using the telephone.
Ability to transport youth in the program vehicle and accompany youth on field trips/recreational outings.
Background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes.

Nice To Haves

Team lead experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitors daily operation of shelter functions.
May assist in preparation of staff schedules.
May assist with preparation of Staff Meeting agenda.
Monitors scheduling of shelter activities.
Reviews log reports and documentation.
Ensures security of facilities and access.
Assists with the maintenance of office supplies, food, and other items needed for program care.
Assures continuity of transferring client information, shift to shift, and shift to clinical.
Participates in various in-service training sessions.
Attends staff meetings, as directed.
Assists with supervision of clients, as needed.
Completes required paperwork.
Reviews all Security equipment.
Schedules all inspections e.g. Fire, Health, automobiles, vehicles.
Provides reports about program progress to Program Manager.
Performs related work as required.
Ensures quality care for clients in a safe, secure environment.
Adheres to licensing and quality assurance standards of state, federal and local governing agencies.
Ensures that Youth Care Specialists II provide effective behavior management and supervision of clients during activities.
Adheres to all policies and procedures.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement