Youth Care Specialist - Shelter Care at our Mukwonago Campus

Source Point Staffing; Mukwonago (WI); On-site; USD 30.000 - 50.000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a compassionate Youth Care Specialist to join their Shelter Care Program. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential care and supervision to youth, ensuring their safety and well-being while promoting emotional and educational growth. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver trauma-informed services, engage in meal planning, and manage behaviors in a structured environment. This position offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to make a profound impact on young lives. If you are passionate about helping others and looking for a challenging yet fulfilling career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement Plan

Mileage Reimbursement

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Must be over 21 years of age and complete a caregiver background check.
• Valid WI driver license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and supervision of youth in daily activities.
• Implement treatment services and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with team members for effective engagement.

Skills

Youth Advocacy

Behavior Management

Meal Planning/Preparation

Emotional Support

Therapeutic Recreation

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Documentation Software

Job description

Youth Care Specialist - Shelter Care at our Mukwonago Campus

The mission of Norris, Inc. is Transforming lives through the power of connection and healing.

Are you looking for an employer that is innovative and trauma informed? Are you looking for a job that is going to be challenging and rewarding all at the same time? Well, you’ve come to the right place! When you choose a career with Norris, you walk away every day knowing that you had a positive impact on the lives of others.

Norris’ Group Care Programs provide treatment, educational, and therapeutic recreational services to youth ages 8 through 17 and their families. Youth receive services related to mental health, emotional behavioral disorders, problematic sexualized behaviors, AODA, and trauma, including physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect. The Norris team strives to provide the best quality care to youth and families by making meaningful connections and providing a safe space for individuals to heal. We engage those we serve, our colleagues, and our community with respect, compassion, and acceptance.

Norris is currently seeking an individual to fulfill the role of Youth Care Specialist in our Shelter Care Program at our Mukwonago, WI campus.

Under the supervision of the Milieu Supervisor, the Youth Care Specialist (YCS) is primarily responsible for the care and supervision of youth at the Waukesha County Shelter Care at River’s Edge Campus in all facets of their daily lives, including their safety, well-being, emotional and educational needs. The YCS acts in collaboration with other team members to provide direct care, meal planning/preparation, serves as a Youth Advocate, ensures effective engagement & supervision, transportation, behavior management, medication administration, recreation and other therapeutic individual and group services to youth in a structured setting. Services provided promote the Norris mission and practice philosophy for providing treatment and services utilizing a trauma-informed care approach. The YCS is also responsible for implementing assigned treatment services, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring the daily routine of programs are upheld. The YCS position requires the individual to work a flexible schedule that is subject to change to meet the program’s evolving needs at any time including nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Other Benefits to Consider:

• Great health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
  • HSA Option where the company will contribute up to $500 annually for an individual plan or $1,000 annually for a family plan.
• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)
• Advance Pay Option
• Holidays and Birthday PTO day
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 403(b) Plan with Principal
  • Norris provides matching contribution of elective deferral contribution by the employee, after one year of service.
  • Norris Board of Directors has a discretionary fund where they add up to 2% annually non-voluntary to all 403(b) accounts.

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/VETS/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants can learn more about the Company’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal “Know Your Rights” poster at KnowYourRights.pdf and its Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination provision at PayTransparencyNotice.pdf.

Must be over 21 years of age and successfully complete a caregiver background check, fingerprint scan, physical exam, and drug screen. A regular, valid WI driver license is required.

Hourly pay is based on education and required experience factors. Generous benefits include: Paid time off within 30 days of hire; paid holidays; medical/dental/vision insurance; 403(b) retirement savings plan; life/disability insurance; and tuition reimbursement.