Overnight Youth Care and Crisis Support Specialist

Family & Children Services, Inc.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Family & Children Services, Inc. in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is looking for a dedicated individual to provide crisis residential services focused on emergency placement of youth. Responsibilities include ensuring the basic needs are met, teaching skills through role modeling, and establishing positive relationships with youth.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma, experience in behavioral health, and be available for overnight shifts. A valid Michigan driver’s license is also necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma and 2 years related training/experience or college work preferred.
• Lived experience with behavioral health issues is desired.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring recipients basic needs are met including personal hygiene, nutrition, health, sleep routine, and safety.
• Teaching, supporting, and reinforcing skills through role modeling and behavior management.
• Establishing positive relationships with youth; providing regular oversight of youth’s progress toward goals.

Skills

Behavior management

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Family & Children Services, Inc. in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is looking for a dedicated individual to provide crisis residential services focused on emergency placement of youth. Responsibilities include ensuring the basic needs are met, teaching skills through role modeling, and establishing positive relationships with youth.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma, experience in behavioral health, and be available for overnight shifts. A valid Michigan driver’s license is also necessary.