Youth Care Specialist

Lighthouse Youth & Family Services•Cincinnati, OH

1d•$17 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

🌟 Youth Care Specialist Be the steady hand. Be the safe space. Be the difference. Do you believe every young person deserves someone who sees their strength before their struggle? Are you energized by mentoring, guiding, and helping youth unlock their potential? We’re looking for a compassionate, resilient, and purpose-driven Youth Care Specialist to walk alongside young people as they build confidence, life skills, and brighter futures. 💛 What You’ll Do As a Youth Care Specialist, you are more than staff — you are a mentor, coach, advocate, and role model.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
CPR/First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain)
Trauma-informed and equity-minded
Skilled in LGBTQ+ and racial equity practices
Patient, adaptable, and solution-focused
Comfortable facilitating group activities
Strong in interpersonal communication
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Calm and confident in high-stress environments
Standing, walking, bending, and lifting 50+ lbs regularly
Working evenings, weekends, holidays, or overnight shifts as needed
Exposure to challenging behaviors and crisis situations

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
1+ year experience working with youth
Background or coursework in education, social work, or psychology

Responsibilities

Engage & Inspire – Build meaningful connections that empower youth to explore their goals and discover their strengths.
Implement Individualized Plans – Support youth-centered, strengths-based programming that helps residents transition to less restrictive settings.
Practice Trauma-Informed Care – Use thoughtful language and approaches that promote healing, dignity, and growth.
Teach Life Skills – Facilitate group training in hygiene, self-care, community resources, and independent living skills.
Provide Transportation – Safely transport youth to appointments, activities, and programming (local travel required; personal vehicle use expected).
Document with Purpose – Complete accurate electronic health record (EHR) documentation and reports.
Prepare Meals & Daily Support – Help create a stable, nurturing daily routine.
Collaborate with Team Members – Participate in meetings, shift transitions, supervision, and ongoing training.
Ensure Safety – Maintain awareness of youth whereabouts and create a safe, structured environment at all times.

Benefits

Rewarding career - make a difference in the lives of youth!
Work for a diverse, seasoned, and well-respected agency with engaged leadership team
Recovery Friendly Workplace
Ability to work remotely for some roles.
Competitive pay based on licensure/education.
Generous Paid Time Off (23 days prorated based on hire date) and Other Paid Leave Options (Holidays, FMLA, Bereavement and Parental Leave)
Medical, dental, vision, including company paid life and long-term disability insurance.
401k Retirement Plan including company match (up to 6%)
Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Reimbursement Benefit
Department of Education’s Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Engaging Wellness Program
Referral Bonus Program
Licensure renewal reimbursement; paid training and professional development opportunities
Ability to obtain internal supervision towards increased licensure.
Paid assistance with obtaining Trauma-Informed Care certification.
Business casual/casual dress