Youth Care Specialist Part Time (7775)

Lutheran Services Florida•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

The Youth Care Specialist is an intermediary position responsible for ensuring quality care. The role monitors youth’s daily activities, provides additional support, informs the Program Manager of programmatic issues, and supervises resident intakes and related paperwork for the Centralized Intake component. The position also supports facility operations, youth supervision, and direct-care staffing coverage.

Requirements

At least two years of college or two years of experience working with youth in an organized or structured setting.
Good organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
Dependability, discretion, and good judgment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, coworkers, and the general public.
Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs of the service population.
High energy and full physical capabilities, including lifting, bending, cooking, cleaning, and using a telephone.
Ability to transport youth in the program van and accompany them on field trips or recreational outings.
Ability to work as a team player, adhere to agency policies, and support effective staff management.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience working with youth in an organized or structured setting is preferred, or may be accepted at the discretion of the Supervisor/Manager.

Responsibilities

Monitor youth’s daily activities and supervise youth as needed.
Carry a telephone or pager on a rotation.
Identify potential safety and security hazards for youth in residence, recommend corrective actions, and implement them as appropriate or required.
Participate in implementing and monitoring client case plans as directed.
Coordinate facility donations with the Program Manager.
Assist with day-to-day facility maintenance with the Program Manager.
Help ensure 24-hour direct-care staff coverage with the Program Manager.
Screen clients, conduct initial intakes, and administer client satisfaction surveys as directed.
Coordinate and assist with youth intakes and orientation.
Maintain monthly statistical reports in coordination with the Program Manager.
Supervise and schedule maintenance and upkeep of the program van.
Provide direct supervision of Youth Care Specialist staff and emergency house coverage as needed.
Perform related work as directed by the Program Manager and other duties assigned by the Program/Operations Director or Program Manager.
Attend all required activities or meetings.