Lutheran Services Florida
Youth Care Specialist Part Time
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Job Description
- Req#: YOUTH006716
- Provide supportive environment for youth and offer supervision for resident youth during activities.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed practices and offers safety, consistent care supervision, and overall support to residents.
- Provide daily security and up-keep of facility.
- Participate in the implementation and monitoring of client case plans.
- Logs and tracks daily youth activity.
- Assign and supervise chores.
- Prepare meals as needed.
- Screen clients, conduct initial intakes, and administer client satisfaction surveys when directed.
- Complete required initial paperwork for clients.
- Oversee shelter clients self-administering all medication.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Ability and flexibility to work extended hours and be flexible with scheduling.
- Valid state driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
- Dependability, discretion, and good judgement are essential.
- Ability to establish effective relationships with clients, co-workers and the general public.
- Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
- Team player with co-workers and administrators
Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.
LSF is looking for talented Youth Care Specialists who want to make an impact in the lives of youth ages 10-17!
This role requires flexibility and Weekends!
This role is located on site in Homestead
Applicants who can commute to Homestead will be considered.
Purpose & Impact:
This is a direct service delivery position. The Youth Care Specialist supervises residents, ages 10-17, provides quality care, ensures a safe and secure environment and transports and accompanies residents with outside activities. As the Youth Care Specialist, you will be that role model and encourage each resident to pursue educational growth as well as everyday life skills.
Essential Functions:
Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Experience:
*Minimum of one (1) year experience working with youth and at-risk populations in an organized/structured setting preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Skills/Abilities:
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 the organization.
LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.About the company
Lutheran Services Florida is a non-profit organization transforming lives by ensuring safe children, strong families and vibrant communities. LSF touches the lives of 1 in 50 Floridians every year through various services and programs state-wide.
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