Youth & Adolescent Programs Shift Leader

FOUR OAKS FAMILY AND CHILDRENS SERVICES; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401k Retirement plan

Growth & Advancement opportunities

Competitive Wages

Excellent paid leave time package

7 paid holidays

Business casual work environment

Job summary

FOUR OAKS FAMILY AND CHILDRENS SERVICES is seeking an entry-level professional in the Cedar Rapids area to support youth in a nonprofit social services setting.

Role focuses on behavior reinforcement, client self-awareness, and daily living supervision, with varied shifts and no travel requirements. A HS diploma or GED is required, with two years of child welfare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED plus two years of child welfare experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a social services related field is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, individualized reinforcement to client behavior, using daily issues to teach and reinforce adaptive behaviors.
• Assist clients in developing insight into their behaviors so that they learn to self-identify and self-correct.
• Provide daily living supervision and treatment intervention.
• Establish a therapeutic relationship with the client based on trust & respect.
• Coordinate home visit transportation logistics.
• Coordinate staff scheduling with Program Manager.
• Provide direction and support to shift leaders/youth counselors.
• Problem solve with fellow Shift Leaders and program coordinator to help fill any staffing gaps that may arise.

Skills

Desire to help kids succeed

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

FOUR OAKS FAMILY AND CHILDRENS SERVICES is seeking an entry-level professional in the Cedar Rapids area to support youth in a nonprofit social services setting.

Role focuses on behavior reinforcement, client self-awareness, and daily living supervision, with varied shifts and no travel requirements. A HS diploma or GED is required, with two years of child welfare experience preferred.