Youth Care Specialist - AMIkids Georgetown (Full or Part time) Flexible hours

AMIkids; Georgetown (SC); Hybrid; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Growth opportunities

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Wellness benefits

Retirement plans

Zusammenfassung

A national youth organization in South Carolina is seeking a Youth Care Specialist who demonstrates a strong commitment to supervising youth in care. Responsibilities include guiding behaviors, building confidence in youth, and participating in activities. Candidates should have a high school diploma, with a preference for those holding a college degree. The ideal candidate will have experience working with troubled youth and will be a vital support figure for their emotional and mental stability. This position offers various growth opportunities and wellness benefits.

Qualifikationen

• Commitment to direct supervision of youth in care.
• Minimum one year of related experience within an educational or youth service program.

Aufgaben

• Provide guidance in behavior choices by teaching skills.
• Build confidence in Youth to help them create their own solutions.
• Serve as a support figure for Youth providing stability.
• Supervise Youth during quiet hours on overnight shifts.
• Participate in day trips and special activities.
• Possibly transport Youth and drive for other work-related tasks.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

About AMIkids

We empower young people to discover their true potential. We’re a national youth organization offering education and workforce development, treatment, and behavioral and skills training. Our approach fosters care and a sense of family to transform lives. At heart, relationships and hope are in our DNA, and for more than 50 years, we’ve empowered young people to achieve success and believe: I Can.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a Youth Care Specialist with a strong commitment to direct supervision of youth in our care. Essential success attributes include communication, problem‑solving skills, team collaboration, and organizational skills.

Available Full‑time / Part‑time Shift(s):

4 pm–12 pm (Mon‑Fri); 9 am–9 pm or 9 pm–9 am (Sat‑Sun)

What You Will Be Doing

• Provide guidance in behavior choices by teaching social, self‑help, academic, and living skills. The role is vital as the support you provide helps Youth better themselves and manage challenges in their lives.
• Build confidence in Youth to help them create their own solutions.
• Serve as a support figure for Youth providing mental and emotional stability.
• When working overnight shift, supervise Youth during quiet and sleeping hours and conduct bed checks in accordance with the established schedule.
• Actively participate in day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, ground maintenance, and equipment relocation.
• Possibly transport Youth and drive for other work‑related tasks.

Role Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Minimum one year of related experience within an educational or youth service program, preferably working with troubled youth.

Perks and Benefits

Growth opportunities (we develop our leaders from within); health benefits to eligible full‑time employees; paid holidays and PTO; wellness benefits (EAP, health coaching); retirement plans (more than one); and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

Legal Notice

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