Trauma-Informed Youth Care Specialist

Gracehaven Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Gracehaven is seeking a Youth Direct Care Specialist to support traumatized youth in our Ohio therapeutic group home. This role involves trauma-informed, direct care across shifts, with emphasis on safety, positive engagement, and relationship-building in a Christian, mission-driven setting.

The ideal candidate has prior caregiver or direct care experience and is called to serve. You will participate in staff meetings, maintain compliance documentation, and embrace spiritual responsibilities

Qualifications

• Experience providing direct care to youth.
• Ability to work flexible shifts.
• Commitment to trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Create and adhere to learning agreements and objectives.
• Engage in social work competencies.
• Meet supervision requirements.
• Meet documentation and compliance standards.
• Attend staff and team meetings.
• Meet HIPAA, ODJFS and CARF requirements.
• Embrace spiritual responsibilities.

Skills

Caregiver experience

Direct care

Relationship building

Job description

Gracehaven is seeking a Youth Direct Care Specialist to support traumatized youth in our Ohio therapeutic group home. This role involves trauma-informed, direct care across shifts, with emphasis on safety, positive engagement, and relationship-building in a Christian, mission-driven setting.

The ideal candidate has prior caregiver or direct care experience and is called to serve. You will participate in staff meetings, maintain compliance documentation, and embrace spiritual responsibilities