Residential Youth Care Advocate (Evenings/Nights)

Youth-Haven,-Inc; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth Haven in Naples, FL is seeking a dedicated Youth Care Advocate to supervise children in residential shelters, maintain records, and support daily routines. This role emphasizes safety, structure, and trauma-informed care for youth in a 24/7 facility.

Responsibilities include supervision, crisis intervention, mentoring, and facilitating activities. A minimum associate degree and two years with children are required, along with a Florida driver’s license and background checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum associate degree and two years' experience working with children in a residential or youth program.
• Ability to respond effectively in crisis and maintain professional boundaries.
• Must have a Florida driver’s license and pass background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of children in residence.
• Provide consistency and structure in daily routines.
• Facilitate overall care and well-being for the children, many of whom have trauma backgrounds.
• Participate in daily activities with children.
• Support and mentor children.

Skills

Supervision

Crisis intervention

Communication

Boundaries

Education

Associate degree

Two years' experience with children

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Youth Haven in Naples, FL is seeking a dedicated Youth Care Advocate to supervise children in residential shelters, maintain records, and support daily routines. This role emphasizes safety, structure, and trauma-informed care for youth in a 24/7 facility.

Responsibilities include supervision, crisis intervention, mentoring, and facilitating activities. A minimum associate degree and two years with children are required, along with a Florida driver’s license and background checks.