Youth Support Specialist

Sevita; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mentor Behavioral Health, a part of Sevita, is seeking a Youth Support Specialist for community-based residential care and specialty homes. You will support youth with intensive clinical needs through daily living assistance, behavior observation and documentation.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, safety, and teamwork within a mission-driven organization that values growth and independence for youth and families.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 3 years verifiable Youth At-Risk experience, or 1 year with a Bachelor's in Human Services, Social Services, Criminal Justice or Psychology.
• Experience serving teens 10–18 with emotional/medical/behavioral needs required.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Compassionate, reliable, responsible attitude.

Responsibilities

• Orient youth within the program and assist with individual plans and daily living activities.
• Establish a therapeutic relationship oriented to building trust and service delivery.
• Organize recreational outings and observe/record behaviors.
• Assist with household activities, light housekeeping, meals, and life skills training.
• Provide transportation to school, activities, and appointments.
• Document thoroughly in collaboration with team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Compassionate approach

Reliable attitude

Education

High School Diploma + 3 years relevant experience or Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Mentor Behavioral Health, a part of the Sevita family

provides Early Intervention, Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) and Behavioral Health services to children, individuals and families. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

Youth Support Specialist ARY Services

Are you passionate about supporting youth in your community? Our community based Residential Care and Specialty Homes are designed for youth with intensive clinical and/or behavioral needs. We are a leader in providing caring support and intensive therapy and looking to build our team.

• Orient youth within our program by providing compassion, assistance with individual plans and supervision as well as provide guidance to each youth/teen in the areas of daily living, personal care, financial management, community/social integration, and/or job skills development.
• Establish a therapeutic relationship focused on building relationships, direct support, and service delivery.
• Organize and determine recreational outings to observe behaviors and record observations.
• Coordinate, organize, and/or assist with household activities such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, and life skills training.
• Provide transportation to school, activities, and appointments.
• Provide thorough proper documentation and notes in collaboration with team members.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with at least 3 years of verifiable experience working with Youth At-Risk or 1 years experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Social Services, Criminal Justice, or Psychology
• Experience providing service to teens ages 10-18 with emotional, medical, and behavioral disability required
• Valid driver’s license in good standing
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach

Why Join Us?

• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.
• Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law