Youth Care Specialist-Afternoon/Evening Shift

Salary Range: $17.00-17.50 per hour with a raise at the next full pay period after 90 days.

Benefits:

• Employer Paid: Health, Life, and Long-term Disability Insurance; Teladoc/MyStrength family coverage; Community Pool and Fitness Center; Paid-time off and holidays; 403B Matching; Longevity Recognition; Flex time and location
• Optional Employee Paid: Dependent Health, Vision, Life, and Dental Insurance; Cafeteria coverage Pre-paid Legal

We are currently seeking a Youth Specialist to join our team on the afternoon/evening (2 pm-10 pm) shift. WEEKENDS ARE REQUIRED. The Youth Specialist will be a highly skilled professional who is passionate about providing quality of care to youth who have been abused, neglected, or temporarily separated from their family due to a crisis. All Youth Care Specialist are required to provide for all the needs of the children including constant supervision throughout the assigned work schedule.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Must be at least the age of 21
• Must be able to clear a drug test, TB test, criminal history check, driving history check, and abuse history check.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: other duties may be assigned

• Maintain constant supervision to ensure the safety and well-being of all children in care.
• Review and implement all youth service plans and supervision plans
• Maintain compliance with High Sky Policies, procedures, and requirements
• Encourage and teach youth basic social, academic, emotional, and independent living skills necessary to be successful
• Complete youth documentation such as daily progress logs, incident reports, medical forms, and medication logs
• Complete all appointments and documentation within the guidelines set by residential licensing standards, residential contract requirements, and agency policy and procedures
• Implement an effective youth motivation system and utilize appropriate and positive discipline techniques with youth
• Prepare and serve youth a nutritious balanced meal and snacks
• Maintain a clean & orderly shelter by completing daily chores and duties as assigned
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments for medical needs
• Transport youth to appointments such as visitation, court hearings, school, therapy, and medical appointments
• Attend and participate in monthly developmental, team, and all-staff meetings
• Maintain compliance with required annual pieces of training.
• Regular and timely attendance is required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.