Youth Care Specialist Part Time (5916)

Lutheran Services Florida•Sarasota, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is seeking a Youth Care Specialist to make a positive impact on the lives of youth aged 10-17. This direct service role involves supervising residents, ensuring their safety and well-being, and acting as a positive role model to encourage educational and life skills growth. The position requires flexible scheduling, with available shifts being 12pm to 10pm (3 days) or 2:30pm to 10pm (4 days), and weekend availability is preferred.

Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Experience working with youth/troubled youth in an organized/structured setting preferred.
Dependability, discretion, and good judgment 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.
Valid state driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
Certified CPR/First Aid, crisis intervention within the first 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with youth/troubled youth in an organized/structured setting.

Responsibilities

Provide a supportive environment for youth.
Ensure daily security and up-keep of the facility.
Participate in the implementation and monitoring of client case plans as directed.
Participate in various in-service training sessions.
Attend staff meetings as directed.
Assist with supervision of residents during activities.
Effectively manage 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 directed.
Complete required initial paperwork for clients.
Oversee shelter clients self-administering all medication.
Perform other duties as assigned.