Youth Care Specialist 2:30P - 10:30P

Child Saving Institute; Omaha (NE); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching up to 5%

Paid vacation and sick accruals

10 paid holidays per year

Tuition reimbursement

On-Site Childcare Tuition

No nights and no weekends

Descripción de la vacante

Child Saving Institute in Omaha, NE seeks a Youth Care Specialist for the Mary Holland Campus, Fridays to Tuesdays, 2:30pm-10:30pm. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour.

You will supervise youth ages 12-19, support therapy goals, and maintain incident records in a safe, therapeutic environment. Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred, and 21+ with experience in human services.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in Human Services with children at risk is strongly preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old with stamina to work with crisis or emotionally challenging youth.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain visual supervision and follow the program schedule.
• Provide medication management according to program procedures.
• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships and teach life skills.
• Document client files and incident/restraint reports.
• Handle crises using CPI while preserving therapeutic relationships.

Conocimientos

CPI training

Communication

Youth work

Crisis intervention

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Descripción del empleo

Residential ServicesPosition Title: Youth Care SpecialistLocation / Shift: Mary Holland Campus, Friday to Tuesday, 2:30pm-10:30pmStarting Pay: $20.00About CSIOur story begins in Omaha in 1892, when, due to epidemics, poverty and the difficulties of pioneer life, many children were left in need of parental care. CSI met the need in a revolutionary way – putting the well-being of children first and working to be a voice for the voiceless. We seek to champion children and families by providing the mental, emotional and physical spaces they need to feel empowered and to thrive.We are looking for someone who has a mind full of wonder and a heart-filled desire to work with little humans! We’re on a mission to champion what’s best for each child and family.As a Youth Care Specialist in our Shelter at our Mary Holland Campus, you will provide a safe, therapeutic, and learning environment for children and youth ages 12-19. You will provide direct supervision of youth within required program structure and ensure they are having their needs met while they are navigating the challenges at-risk youth endure.Essential Job Duties:Maintain visual supervision and know where children and youth are at all times through implementation of the program schedule, positive interactions with youth, and participating in activities with the youth.Maintain integrity of the program structure and ensure the therapeutic environment of the program by following the program schedule, helping youth meet outside expectations, and providing learning opportunities and experiences for the youth. Adhere to contractual requirements. Provide medication management according to program procedures.Develop and maintain effective therapeutic relationships by treating youth with respect, providing positive feedback, and displaying empathy.Identify and use opportunities for teaching life skills in everyday activities.Effectively communicate written information (client files, medication logs, pass reports, caseworker calls, etc.) throughout shift to establish and maintain an accurate record of each child’s placement. Maintain accurate records needed by agency (incident reports or restraint reports, etc.)Promote a professional, positive work environment by reporting to shifts, trainings, and meetings on time, following agency protocols, and being flexible to meet client and program needs.Handle crisis using CPI and other techniques in a way that positive therapeutic relationships are maintained.Implement agency Policies and Procedures, licensing, and accreditation standards, and maintain a clean and aesthetic environment.Other Duties:Perform other duties as directed by supervisorComplete training necessary to perform consistent with program and agency staff development plans including identification of training appropriate to this position; and taking the responsibility for scheduling and attending appropriate training.Complete 24-hour checklist training, defensive driver training, car seat and transportation training and orientation prior to working independently with youth.Job Requirements:High School Diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s degree preferred.Experience in Human Services with children at risk and residential work strongly preferred.Minimum of 21 years of age with stamina and temperament to work with youth who are experiencing crisis or emotional behavior disorders.Motor vehicle record of 3 points or less.Must be able to provide proof of active auto insurance.What You’ll Get:Medical, dental and vision insurance optionsPaid vacation and sick accruals starting day one401(k) matching up to 5% and fully vested right away10 paid holidays per yearReferral BonusesTuition reimbursementDiscounted, On-Site Childcare TuitionBirthing (up to 6 weeks) & non-birthing (up to 2 weeks) leave at full payNO NIGHTS AND NO WEEKENDSThe opportunity to be a part of a forward-thinking culture!Be a positive influence on young lives and apply today!Equal Opportunity Employer StatementChild Saving Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Accommodation StatementChild Saving Institute is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources to discuss their needs.Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet organizational needs.