Youth Worker: Rose Center- 7346
About The Position
The Youth Worker provides short-term, intensive behavioral health support to youth experiencing acute emotional or psychiatric crises in a residential setting at the Rose Center. The program uses a collaborative, trauma-informed approach focused on rapid de-escalation, stabilization, and connection to ongoing care. Services include assessment, individualized treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, and coordination with families, schools, and healthcare providers to support a safe transition to the appropriate level of care. This role is a part-time position scheduled for 16 hours per week, Friday and Saturday from 4 p.m. to midnight. It offers an opportunity to gain experience in the mental health field, develop skills through training, and build relationships with clients.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience working with a relevant population preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the physical environment and program standards established by funders, accreditors, and agency policies.
- Monitor clients’ self-administration of medications in accordance with agency medication policies and procedures, as required by the program.
- Use appropriate communication methods and tools to collaborate effectively with coworkers and clients.
- Teach and assist residents with developmentally appropriate activities of daily living.
- Assist with or manage administrative functions and tasks as directed by the supervisor.
- Prepare and facilitate educational and skill-building groups and one-to-one interventions as directed by treatment plans.
- Coordinate care with providers and families as needed.
- Assist residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs.
- Maintain documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
- Participate in staff meetings, supervision, trainings, and other assigned meetings.
- Perform additional duties as required.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off, including a birthday benefit
- Employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan
- Competitive insurance premiums with discounts on pet, home, and auto insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development programs and tuition discounts at several local colleges and universities
- Career development opportunities
- Free training curriculum, including a Clinical Training Series
- Clinical supervision and/or mentoring at several programs
- Wellness program with an annual wellness stipend
- Free premium Calm app subscription
- Six free confidential counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance Program
- Employee appreciation and involvement opportunities, including contests, lunch-and-learns, appreciation events, and employee-led resource groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
