Operations Float Pool Specialist

Child Saving Institute; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with 5% match

Paid vacation and sick time starting •

10 paid holidays per year

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Child Saving Institute in Omaha is seeking an Operations Floater to provide flexible staffing across Residential Services, PMIC, Triage Center, and Childcare Services. You will supervise and care for children, maintain trauma-informed environments, assist with daily activities, and support placement processes while collaborating with staff and partners to ensure safety and continuity of care.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 21+ years old, and ability to complete background

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• 1 year of experience with children, youth, or families.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet insurability requirements.
• Ability to complete background checks and regulatory screenings.
• Ability to work in crisis situations with calm judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, support, and care for children and adolescents.
• Maintain safe, structured, trauma-informed environments.
• Assist with activities of daily living, recreation, education, transportation, and community integration.
• Monitor and respond to emotional, behavioral, and crisis situations.
• Supervise children awaiting placement; support assessments and placement transitions.
• Collaborate with staff and community partners to promote positive outcomes.

Skills

Crisis response

Trauma-informed care

Communication

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Program Support ServicesTitle: Operations Float Pool SpecialistHours: PRNPay: $20.00About CSISince 1892, CSI has championed children and families by providing safe, nurturing spaces where they can thrive. Our mission is to put the well-being of children first and be a voice for the voiceless.We are seeking an Operations Floater to provide flexible staffing support across multiple Child Saving Institute programs, including Residential Services, PMIC, Triage Center, and Childcare Services. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, supervision, development, and well-being of children and youth while supporting program operations and maintaining continuity of care across service areas.As an Operations Floater, you'll serve as a versatile team member who can successfully adapt to a variety of program settings, provide direct care and supervision, support placement and assessment processes, facilitate positive youth development, and collaborate with internal and external partners to promote positive outcomes for children, youth, and families.Summary and ResponsibilitiesWe are looking for an Operations Floater to act as CSI's newest team member. This person will be responsible for:Providing direct supervision, support, and care for children and adolescents.Maintaining safe, structured, and trauma-informed environments.Assisting with activities of daily living, recreation, education, transportation, and community integration.Monitoring and responding appropriately to emotional, behavioral, and crisis situations.Supervising and caring for children and youth awaiting placement.Supporting assessments, services, and placement transitions as needed.Advocating for the safety, well-being, and best interests of children and families.Providing developmentally appropriate care and supervision for infants, toddlers, preschool-age, and school-age children.Planning and facilitating educational, recreational, and enrichment activities.Supporting children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.Collaborating with residential staff, childcare staff, clinicians, educators, child welfare professionals, medical providers, law enforcement personnel, and community partners.Supporting staffing needs across CSI programs as assigned.Maintaining required documentation, confidentiality, and compliance with agency policies and applicable regulations.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED.Must be at least 21 years of age.One (1) year of experience working with children, youth, families, or within community service programs.Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency insurability requirements.Ability to successfully complete and maintain all required background checks, abuse/neglect registry screenings, criminal history checks, and regulatory requirements.Ability to complete required agency training and certification requirements.Ability to work with youth experiencing crisis, trauma, behavioral challenges, or emotional disorders.Do You Think You'd Be a Good Fit for This Role? Ideally, You Are:Knowledgeable about child and adolescent development and trauma-informed care principles.Able to build positive relationships with children, youth, families, and team members.An effective communicator with strong organization and documentation skills.Calm, professional, and able to exercise sound judgment during crisis situations.Adaptable and comfortable working in a variety of program settings.Able to work independently while maintaining positive working relationships across teams.Proficient with basic computer skills and electronic documentation systems.Bonus PointsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Education, Early Childhood Education, Criminal Justice, or a related field preferred.Experience working with children, youth, and families in childcare, residential treatment, behavioral health, child welfare, crisis intervention, or related human services settings.Bilingual abilities are a plus.What You’ll Get:Medical, dental, and vision insurance optionsPaid vacation and sick accruals starting day one401(k) matching up to 5% and fully vested right away10 paid holidays per yearReferral BonusesTuition reimbursementDiscounted, On-Site Childcare TuitionBirthing (up to 6 weeks) & non-birthing (up to 2 weeks) leave at full payThe opportunity to be a part of a forward-thinking culture!Be a positive influence on young lives and apply today!Equal Opportunity Employer StatementChild Saving Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Accommodation StatementChild Saving Institute is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources to discuss their needs.Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet organizational needs.*Benefits are dependent on employment status and are subject to change