Relief Youth Specialist

CEDARS Youth Services; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan with 5% company match

Life & long-term disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Wellness and engagement program

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

CEDARS Youth Services is seeking a Relief Youth Specialist to provide shift coverage at our Pioneers Center, supporting youth ages 12–18 and ensuring safety. The role entails transporting youth, documenting progress, and facilitating life-skills activities.

The ideal candidate is 21+, holds a HS diploma or GED, and demonstrates teamwork, reliability, and strong communication. Flexible scheduling includes days, evenings, weekends, and overnights.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• A go-getter who isn’t afraid to jump right in and help out.
• Passion for helping youth in crisis and understand how trauma impacts youth development.
• Enjoy working collaboratively with other team members and professionals in the agency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• You have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Cover shifts for direct care staff within our Pioneers Center when they need time off.
• Maintain safety of youth, most often between ages of 12-18.
• Provide transportation to and from school, appointments, activities or visits.
• Daily documentation of youth in care.
• Engage youth in life skills, educational activities and outings.
• Provide support during crisis intervention and structure for youth.
• Facilitate educational groups addressing job readiness, wellness, social skills, and community service.
• Create and maintain positive relationships with youth, families and program staff.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

As one of Nebraska's leading child-serving organizations, CEDARS helps children and youth achieve safety, stability, and enduring family relationships. We provide programs and services that help kids and families navigate challenges, strengthen connections, and build brighter futures.

Guided by the belief that every child deserves safety, support, and the opportunity to thrive, we work alongside families, foster parents, community partners, and supporters to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and youth.

At CEDARS, we strive to createa workplace that reflects the community we serve, and where everyone feels like their identities are embraced and valued. When we practice empathy, and celebrate the diverse perspectives of our employees, it fuels innovation and creates an environment where we can attract a broad range ofcandidatesand our employees are empowered to do their best work.

Job Skills / Requirements

Reports To: Assistant Program Director

Classification: Non-Exempt

Rate of Pay: $15.75/hour

Schedule: Flexible hours will vary based on the employee's availability and the needs of the programs and may include day, evening, weekend and overnight hours. A minimum of 24 hours a month, 4 of these hours completed on Saturdays or Sundays. Also attend monthly staff meetings.

Additionally looking for coverage on Wednesdays from 12:30pm-2:30pm

Job Summary

The Relief Youth Specialist (RYS) Program provides additional staff to support our Pioneers Center. RYS staff offer shift coverage during absences of direct care staff.

Responsibilities

• Cover shifts for direct care staff within our Pioneers Center when they need time off
• Maintain safety of youth, most often between ages of 12-18
• Provide transportation to and from school, appointments, activities or visits
• Daily documentation of youth in care
• Engage youth in life skills, educational activities and outings
• Provide support during crisis intervention and structure for youth
• Facilitate educational groups addressing job readiness, wellness, social skills, and community service
• Create and maintain positive relationships with youth, families and program staff

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age of older
• High School Diploma or GED required
• A go-getter who isn’t afraid to jump right in and help out
• Passion for helping youth in crisis and understand how trauma impacts youth development
• Enjoy working collaboratively with other team members and professionals in the agency
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• You have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma or GED Required

Additional Information / Benefits

As a full-time active employee, you are eligible to participate in the following benefits:

medical, dental, and vision coverages

flexible spending accounts and health spending accounts

personal leave, emergency leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays

retirement plan with 5% company match

life & long-term disability insurance

employee assistance program

wellness and engagement program

opportunities to collect overtime hours if desired

shift differentials for overnight hours worked and holidays

extensive training and professional development opportunities