Bilingual Youth Care Specialist - 2nd/Overnight Shift

Lutheran Services Florida, Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Telehealth

EAP

Life insurance

13 paid holidays + float

Generous PTO

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. seeks a Bilingual Youth Care Specialist to support youth ages 10–17 in Sarasota. The role requires 2nd shift rotation or overnights (12:00 PM–10:00 PM or 2:00 PM–10:00 PM) with pay differentials.

You will supervise residents, ensure a safe environment, and assist with daily activities and education growth. Fluency in Spanish and CPR/First Aid certification are required. Experience with youth in a structured setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with youth/troubled youth in an organized/structured setting preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive environment for youth.
• Provide daily security and up-keep of facility.
• Assist with supervision of residents during activities.
• Participate in the implementation and monitoring of client case plans.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in in-service training.
• Screen clients, conduct initial intakes and administer client satisfaction surveys when directed.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Dependability & judgement

Relationship building

Cultural sensitivity

Team player

CPR/First Aid

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. seeks a Bilingual Youth Care Specialist to support youth ages 10–17 in Sarasota. The role requires 2nd shift rotation or overnights (12:00 PM–10:00 PM or 2:00 PM–10:00 PM) with pay differentials.

You will supervise residents, ensure a safe environment, and assist with daily activities and education growth. Fluency in Spanish and CPR/First Aid certification are required. Experience with youth in a structured setting is preferred.