Youth Development Professional (West Palm Beach/Boys Group Home)

HomeSafe Florida; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Generous vacation, sick, and personal

Free single HMO medical, dental, and

Company-paid life insurance

Legal, identity theft, and AFLAC plans

403(b) retirement plan

403(b) matching – 100% of the first 6%

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus program

Job summary

HomeSafe Florida in Florida is seeking a Youth Development Professional to oversee direct care for children in a therapeutic setting. The role follows a 3pm-11pm Tuesday–Saturday shift and requires adherence to behavior management systems and accurate documentation.

You will collaborate with a treatment team, respond to crises, and maintain safety while supporting treatment goals. A valid Florida driver’s license is required and background checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year experience working with children/adolescents.
• RBT encouraged to apply.
• CDA or CNA preferred.
• A valid Florida driver’s license is required.
• Be 21 years or older.
• Background check through Clearinghouse.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide children while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.
• Provide transportation, prepare meals, administer medications, and complete daily shift duties.
• Implement behavior management strategies and support treatment goals.
• Complete required documentation and maintain accurate program records.
• Collaborate with coworkers and treatment team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Respond effectively to crisis situations and follow approved intervention procedures.
• Must be able to safely participate in physical restraints when required.

Skills

21 years or older

Valid Florida driver’s license

Background check clearance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate (CDA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) encouraged to apply

Job description

Position Overview

The

Open Shift: Tuesday-Saturday, 3pm-11pm

• Supervise and guide children while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.
• Provide transportation, prepare meals, administer medications, and complete daily shift duties.
• Implement behavior management strategies and support treatment goals.
• Complete required documentation and maintain accurate program records.
• Collaborate with coworkers and treatment team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Respond effectively to crisis situations and follow approved intervention procedures.
• Must be able to safely participate in physical restraints when required.

Position Overview

The Youth Development Professional is responsible for the direct care and supervision of children in the Specialized Therapeutic Group Home Program. In order to maintain consistency and continuity of care, this position will adhere to the established daily schedule of activities; implement the behavior management system; maintain open communication with co-workers and administrators and complete all necessary documentation.

Open Shift: Tuesday-Saturday, 3pm-11pm

Here’s What The Job Involves

• Supervise and guide children while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.
• Provide transportation, prepare meals, administer medications, and complete daily shift duties.
• Implement behavior management strategies and support treatment goals.
• Complete required documentation and maintain accurate program records.
• Collaborate with coworkers and treatment team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Respond effectively to crisis situations and follow approved intervention procedures.
• Must be able to safely participate in physical restraints when required.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Applicants should have at minimum a high school diploma or GED
• At least one year experience working with children/adolescent
• Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) encouraged to apply
• Child Development Associate or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
• A valid Florida’s driver’s license is required
• Be 21 years or older
• Successful completion of a background check through Clearinghouse (learn more)

Physical Demands

• Able to physically engage in restraints.
• May involve lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light to moderate weight (10-25 pounds).
• Repetitive sitting; standing; walking; reaching with hands and arms; climbing stairs; balancing; stooping; kneeling; talking; and listening.
• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to drive.

Benefits Offered

• Paid holidays
• Generous vacation, sick, and personal days
• FREE single HMO medical, dental, and vision insurance!
• Company-paid life insurance
• Legal, identity theft, and AFLAC plans available
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 403(b) matching – 100% of the first 6%
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonus program