Evening Youth Residential Specialist

Youth Emergency Services; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

STD

LTD

Life and AD&D

Critical Illness

Accident

Hospital

Cancer

Vacation accrual after 90 days

Sick Leave accrual after 80 hours

403b with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing Education opportunities

Awesome company culture

Job summary

Youth Emergency Services is seeking a Resident Specialist for the YES Emergency Shelter. You will maintain residential operations and supervise youth activities, ensuring safety and engagement in the facility.

Responsibilities include documenting youth activities, following policies, and supporting case management and program staff while working 3pm–11pm, Wed–Sun. Requires evening availability and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Knowledge of basic youth-care principles in residential settings.
• Knowledge and application of therapeutic techniques in a residential environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to build relationships with youth, families and staff.
• Valid driver's license with active auto insurance; ability to transport youth as needed.
• Willingness to work evenings and holidays as required.
• Ability to perform moderate lifting.
• Completion of thorough criminal history/background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain efficient operation of residential facilities and supervise youth activities.
• Enforce YES program policies to provide guidance and redirection for residents.
• Supervise meals, group activities, dining, chores, sleep and recreation.
• Document youth activities, contacts, and significant issues for reports and reviews.
• Record in youth resident files all major activities and appointments.

Skills

Youth care

Therapeutic techniques

Communication skills

Driver's license

Evenings availability

Lifting

Background check

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Youth Emergency Services is seeking a Resident Specialist for the YES Emergency Shelter. You will maintain residential operations and supervise youth activities, ensuring safety and engagement in the facility.

Responsibilities include documenting youth activities, following policies, and supporting case management and program staff while working 3pm–11pm, Wed–Sun. Requires evening availability and a valid driver’s license.