PMIC Youth Care Specialists

Child Saving Institute•Council Bluffs, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Care Specialist provides direct support and care to at-risk youth and supports their rehabilitation. The role maintains a safe, therapeutic, and learning environment for children and youth, supervises them directly, helps ensure their needs are met, and collaborates with care team staff. The position also supports program development and quality assurance and serves as a liaison among staff, youth, families, and external partners. The role is with Child Saving Institute (CSI), whose mission is to champion children and families. The posting describes a PMIC unit position at Children Square Campus in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on the overnight shift, with pay of $24.00. The opening description also refers to providing care for youth ages 12–19 in a shelter in Omaha.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 21 years of age.
Stamina and temperament to work with youth experiencing crisis or emotional behavior disorders.
Proof of active auto insurance.
Motor vehicle record with 3 points or fewer.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience in human services with at-risk children and residential work strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain visual supervision of children and youth and know their whereabouts by following the program schedule, interacting positively, and participating in activities.
Maintain the program structure and therapeutic environment, help youth meet outside expectations, and provide learning opportunities and experiences.
Adhere to contractual requirements.
Manage medications according to program procedures.
Develop therapeutic relationships by treating youth respectfully, providing positive feedback, and showing empathy.
Identify everyday opportunities to teach life skills.
Communicate shift information in writing, including client files, medication logs, pass reports, and caseworker calls, to maintain accurate placement records.
Maintain agency records, including incident and restraint reports.
Promote a professional and positive work environment by arriving on time for shifts, training, and meetings, following agency protocols, and adapting to client and program needs.
Implement agency policies and procedures, licensing and accreditation standards, and maintain a clean, attractive environment.
Handle crises using CPI and other techniques while maintaining positive therapeutic relationships.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.
Complete required training in accordance with program and agency staff development plans, including identifying, scheduling, and attending appropriate training.
Complete 24-hour checklist, defensive driver, car seat and transportation training, and orientation before working independently with youth.