Youth Engagement Specialist — Trauma-Informed & TBRI

Lighthouse Youth & Family Services; Bainbridge (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Lighthouse Youth & Family Services in Bainbridge, OH is seeking a full-time role focused on guiding and supporting youth in their personal, social, and educational development. The program emphasizes a strengths-based, youth-centered approach and safe, structured daily activities using TBRI strategies.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with associates or higher preferred. CPR/First Aid certification and the ability to engage in physical activities are assets for this role.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or GED.
• Associates or higher degree preferred; experience with youth is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage and support youth to explore, create, and meet personal goals.
• Promote a strengths‑based, youth‑centered approach and help residents achieve goals.
• Maintain safe, productive environment and understand youth circumstances.
• Incorporate youth needs into daily activities and crisis responses.
• Provide structured group activities and therapeutic interventions as needed.
• Coordinate community outings and structured activities.

Skills

Trauma Informed

Integrity

Interpersonal Skills

Patience/Tolerance

Flexibility/Adaptability

Problem Solving Skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associates or higher degree

Job description

Lighthouse Youth & Family Services in Bainbridge, OH is seeking a full-time role focused on guiding and supporting youth in their personal, social, and educational development. The program emphasizes a strengths-based, youth-centered approach and safe, structured daily activities using TBRI strategies.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with associates or higher preferred. CPR/First Aid certification and the ability to engage in physical activities are assets for this role.