Youth Care Specialist

Thompson; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid time off

Health, Dental, Vision

401K Match

Education Reimbursement

Clinical Supervision Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness via FA

Volunteer time off

iPhone and Laptop provided

Mileage Reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Thompson in Knoxville, TN seeks a Youth Care Specialist for its youth residential programs. You will supervise, support, and build a therapeutic relationship with youth, addressing their physical and psychological needs and maintaining a safe, structured environment.

The role offers a 1st or 2nd shift (7am–7pm or 7pm–7am) with travel to facilities as needed, and responsibilities include scheduling activities and documenting daily progress. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver’s License and meet credentialing, licensing and privileging standards for the program.
• High School diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of one year of experience in a residential youth or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, support, guidance, and build a therapeutic relationship with youth.
• Engage with youth in the program, provide direction, structure and support for physical and psychological needs; complete daily documentation.
• Transport clients as needed for appointments and activities; travel to residential facilities within Knoxville area.

Skills

Supervision

Therapeutic relationships

Communication skills

Youth development

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Get to know Thompson!

Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas, Florida Tennessee and Kentucky. Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses three domains: prevention, mental health services and foster care. All Thompson programs are trauma-informed and evidence-based/evidence-informed with the intention of building resilience in our clients (ages 0-18) and their families, both virtually and in person. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity.

Description

Get to know Thompson! Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas, Florida Tennessee and Kentucky. Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses three domains: prevention, mental health services and foster care. All Thompson programs are trauma-informed and evidence-based/evidence-informed with the intention of building resilience in our clients (ages 0-18) and their families, both virtually and in person. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity.

What will you do as a Youth Care Specialist for our youth residential programs?

• As a Youth Care specialist, you will provide supervision, support, guidance, and build a therapeutic relationship with the youth under your care.
• A typical day as a Youth Care Specialist will include engaging with youth in the program, providing direction, structure and support for their physical and physiological needs. Scheduling and participating in activities, ensuring the physical milieus remain clean and safe, completing daily documentation as required by regulatory standards and transporting clients as needed for appointments and activities
• This position may require travel to various residential facilities within the Knoxville area.

As a Youth Care Specialist, you will work the below rotating schedule:

1st Shift: 7am-7pm or 2nd Shift: 7pm-7am

Week 1: Monday, Thursday, Friday

Week 2: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday

What does this position offer? (Not available for PT or PRN roles)

• Starting Pay Range: $18 - $21.50/hourly based on experience
• Fantastic Full-time benefits…..
• 3 weeks paid time off (PTO) the first year plus 10 paid Holidays!
• Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance options
• 401K Match
• Education Reimbursement
• Clinical Supervision Reimbursement of $60 for eligible candidates obtaining licensure
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service
• Paid time off for volunteering in the community
• Free EAP services
• Mileage Reimbursement if applicable
• iPhone and Laptop provided
• Multiple opportunities for growth

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have a valid Driver’s License and meet any credentialing, licensing and privileging standards as it pertains to the program
• High School diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of one year of experience working in a residential youth or adult operation or related experience working in the field of child and family services.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite application software
• All full-time employees must work one of the following schedules: 1st shift (7am-7pm) or 2nd shift (7pm-7am)

You’re the right fit for the Youth Care Specialist position if…

• You have a passion for working with and developing youth
• You enjoy knowing you’re making an IMPACT on the lives of others
• EXCELLENCE, INNOVATION, COMMITMENT, CARING, AND INTEGRITY are important to you!

Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thompson participates in E-Verify and Diana Screen for Florida locations.

Salary Description

$18 - $21.50/hourly

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