Youth Care Specialist (6287)

Lutheran Services Florida•Oakland Park, FL

About The Position

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant . LSF is seeking a talented Youth Care Specialist who wants to make an impact in the lives of others. Monday 1:00pm-9:00pm Tuesday 1:00pm-9:00pm Wednesday 1:00pm-9:00pm Thursday 1:00pm-9:00am Friday 1:00pm-9:00pm Purpose & Impact: This is a direct service delivery position. The Youth Care Specialist supervises youth ages 10-17, provides quality care, ensures a safe and secure environment and transports and accompanies residents with outside activities. As the Youth Care Specialist, you will be that role model and encourage each resident to pursue educational growth as well as everyday life skills.

Requirements

Ability and flexibility to work extended hours and be flexible with scheduling.
Valid state driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
Minimum of one (1) year experience working with youth/troubled youth in an organized/structured setting preferred.
Dependability, discretion, and good judgement are essential.
Ability to establish effective relationships with clients, co-workers and the general public.
Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
Team player with co-workers and administrators

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferred: English/Spanish or English and other languages present in the local area.

Responsibilities

Provide supportive environment for youth.
Provide daily security and up-keep of facility.
As directed, participate in the implementation and monitoring of client case plans.
Participate in various in-service training sessions.
Attend staff meetings, as directed.
Assist with supervision of residents during activities.
Effectively manages behavior and supervision of residents during activities.
Assign and supervise chores.
Prepare meals as needed.
Screen clients, conduct initial intakes and administer client satisfaction surveys when so directed.
Complete required initial paperwork for clients.
Oversee shelter clients self-administering all medication.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and 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)
Note: Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ
403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Lutheran Services Florida is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes.
Additionally, pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), Lutheran Services Florida must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements.
For more information on background screening requirements please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com