Youth Care Specialist III (401)

Lutheran Services Florida; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Telehealth

EAP

Life insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

403(b) match

Job summary

Lutheran Services Florida seeks a Youth Care Specialist III to oversee shelter operations and mentor Youth Care Specialists II. This direct service role emphasizes safety, documentation, scheduling, and crisis intervention.

You will report to the Program Manager and support program progress with timely reports. This position requires a high school diploma and 2 years direct care experience, with a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in direct care service delivery.
• Team lead experience preferred.
• Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.

Responsibilities

• Monitors daily operation of shelter functions.
• Oversee Youth Care Specialists II; assist with staff scheduling and meeting agendas.
• Complete required paperwork and maintain documentation.
• Provide reports about program progress to Program Manager.
• Ensure security of facilities and access and supervise clients as needed.
• Participate in in-service training and staff meetings.

Skills

Dependability

Discretion

Good judgment

Communication

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma/equivalency

Job description

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong and communities are vibrant.

Youth Care Specialist III who would like to make an impact in the lives of others.

Purpose & Impact:

The Youth Care Specialist III will be responsible for the shift lead worker responsibilities of the program. This position monitors daily activities and provides oversight support to Youth Care Specialists II. YCS III is responsible to fulfill all job functions of the YCS II level position as necessary/required. This is a direct service delivery position. This position is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

Essential Functions:

• Monitors daily operation of shelter functions.
• May assist in preparation of staff schedules.
• May assist with preparation of Staff Meeting agenda
• Monitors scheduling of shelter activities.
• Reviews log reports and documentation.
• Ensures security of facilities and access.
• Assists with the maintenance of office supplies, food, and other items needed for program care.
• Assures continuity of transferring client information, shift to shift, and shift to clinical.
• Participates in various in-service training sessions.
• Attends staff meetings, as directed.
• Assists with supervision of clients, as needed.
• Completes required paperwork.
• Reviews all Security equipment
• Schedules all inspections e.g. Fire, Health, automobiles, vehicles
• Provides reports about program progress to Program Manager.
• Performs related work as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain physically active throughout the workday, including frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, and lifting.
• Ability to safely and effectively intervene in crisis situations, including physically guiding or restraining youth when necessary and appropriate, following agency policies and training.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to move quickly and respond promptly to emergency situations.
• Regularly required to talk and hear; must be able to communicate effectively with youth and team members.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and phones, as needed for documentation and communication.
• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather.
• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to ensure the safety of youth in care.
• Must have a high level of energy. Must have full physical capabilities such as lifting, bending, cooking, cleaning, and using the telephone. Ability to transport youth in the program vehicle and accompany youth on field trips/recreational outings.

Education:

High school diploma/equivalency required.

Experience:

Two years’ experience in direct care service delivery. Team lead experience preferred.

Skills:

Dependability, discretion, and good judgment are essential. This individual must possess the ability to establish effective relationships with clients, co-workers and the general public. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Other:

Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Reports to Program Manager.
• Team player with co-workers and administrators.
• Ensures quality care for clients in a safe, secure environment.
• Adheres to licensing and quality assurance standards of state, federal and local governing agencies.
• Ensures that Youth Care Specialists II provide effective behavior management and supervision of clients during activities.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures.

Why work for LSF?

LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need.Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within theorganization.

Amazing benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
• 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
• Note: Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ
• 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement

LSF is proud to be an equal opportunityemployer.

Lutheran Services Florida is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Additionally, pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), Lutheran Services Florida must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements. For more information on background screening requirements please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

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