Youth Care Specialist (Full-Time, 3rd Shift & On-Site) KS

Cornerstones of Care; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,761 - 31,822; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holiday

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401K retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A community service organization in Kansas City is seeking a Youth Care Specialist for a full-time, 3rd shift role. The individual will supervise and transport youth and be responsible for emergency phone triaging. Candidates should have a high school diploma, at least two years of relevant experience, and be at least 21 years old. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and seeks individuals who demonstrate cultural sensitivity and can handle crisis situations effectively.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with youth.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and transport youth.
• Handle the After-Hours Emergency Phone.
• Prepare time-sensitive reports.

Skills

Experience with youth

Cultural sensitivity

Crisis management

Supervisory skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Position: Youth Care Specialist (Full-Time, 3rd Shift & On-Site) KS

Location: Ozanam Campus 421 E 137th St

Job Id: 4044

# of Openings: 1

Salary: $18.70 - $23.10 hourly (Starting salary depends on education and experience)

Job Type: Full-Time (3rd Shift)

Available Shifts: 3rd Shift M-F and Weekends (On-Site)

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Youth Care Specialist reports to the Youth Care Specialist Manager and supervises and transports the youth. Youth Care Specialists working the second (3rd) shift and overnight are responsible for the After-Hours Emergency Phone, triaging incoming calls, problem‑solving, and ensuring documentation is completed and entered prior to the end of the shift. The Youth Care Specialist prepares time‑sensitive reports such as AWOL and Critical Incident reports per Cornerstones of Care policy and demonstrates awareness and understanding of the cultural and ethnic diversity of the children and families we serve and provides culturally sensitive services.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a high school diploma/GED and at least two years of experience working with youth. Preferred candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of work experience in the Child Welfare arena. One year of Kansas case management experience is required. Must be at least 21 years of age and pass a background check, physical and drug screening. This position also requires a valid driver’s license and proof of current vehicle insurance.

BENEFITS

Cornerstones of Care offers a competitive benefits package, which includes: Paid Holiday, PTO, and Sick Leave for all eligible team members; medical/dental/vision; prescriptions; accident and critical illness insurance; pet insurance; short‑term disability; long‑term disability; term life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D); health savings account (HSA); flexible spending account (FSA); retirement (401K); employee assistance program (EAP); YMCA membership discounts; Tuition Reimbursement Program and Public Service Loan Forgiveness. To view a detailed Summary of Benefits please visit our website at www.cornerstonesofcare.org and under the heading “About Us” click on “Join Our Team.”

CORNERSTONES OF CARE’S ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENTS

• Nonviolence – helping to build safety skills and a commitment to a higher purpose
• Emotional Intelligence – helping to teach emotional management skills
• Social Learning – helping to build cognitive skills
• Open Communication – helping to overcome barriers to healthy communication, learn conflict management
• Democracy – helping to create civic skills of self‑control, self‑discipline, and administration of healthy authority
• Social Responsibility – helping to rebuild social connection skills, and establish healthy attachment relationships
• Growth and Change – helping to work through loss and prepare for the future

Questions?

Please contact: Cornerstones of Care, Human Resources Department

8150 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, MO 64114

Phone: (816) 421‑9394 Fax: (816) 508‑1757

Cornerstones of Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer