Youth Support Specialist

Oaklawn Psychiatric Center; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate of $17.04

Work-life balance

Behavioral health assistance

Regular supervision

Job summary

Oaklawn Psychiatric Center in Mishawaka is seeking a part-time Youth Support Specialist for evening and weekend shifts. You will mentor and assist youth in various activities including arts, crafts, and outdoor fun.

The role involves building positive relationships, managing stress situations, and encouraging participation in chores and recreational activities. This position offers a $17.04 hourly rate and focuses on work-life balance and supportive training.

Qualifications

• Ability to engage and mentor youth in various activities.
• Strong communication skills to promote coping strategies.
• Willingness to undergo 30+ hours of paid training.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain positive rapport with youth.
• Respond quickly to stressful situations.
• Encourage participation in activities and daily chores.

Skills

Caring attitude

Stress management

Conflict resolution

Problem-solving

Job description

Youth Support Specialist - Mishawaka

Are you looking for a rewarding part‑time job on evenings and weekends? We are now looking to hire Youth Support Specialists to work 3–20 hours per week at our Mishawaka campus. This is an opportunity to mentor and assist youth with daily living activities, outdoor fun, arts and crafts and more. This is a great fit for adults who are caring, fun and enjoy helping others.

What We Offer

• Hourly rate for this position is $17.04.
• Work life balance
• Behavioral health assistance
• Regular supervision

What You’ll Do in the Youth Support Specialist position

• Multiple openings for 5–8 p.m. and 8–11 p.m. weekdays and all times on the weekend, starting with three hour shifts.
• Must complete 30+ hours of paid training. Training schedule is a blended learning model with classroom, virtual, and online sessions.

Job Duties

• Build and maintain positive rapport with youth
• Respond quickly and effectively to highly stressful situations
• Stress management and conflict resolution skills a plus (training provided)
• Accompany youth to cafeteria during mealtimes
• Engage in outside activities such as sporting games, walks, etc.
• Encourage and promote workout time
• Participate in inside sports and games in the main gym
• Engage youth in arts and crafts
• Support youth in their daily chores such as laundry and cleaning
• Encourage youth to follow unit rules and structure
• Provide problem solving tutoring to clients to help them cope with their struggles
• Teach and encourage communication and use of coping skills