Youth Care Specialist - AMIkids White Pines

Description

Position Summary :

The role of the Youth Care Specialist has responsibility for directing and safely supervising the youth in our care. Primary responsibility is to provide guidance in behavior choices by teaching social, self-help, academic and living skills.

Essential Job Duties :

• Ensure the safety and supervision of all youth in accordance with all operational and contractual requirements,
• Serve as advisor and positive role model for youth in the program,
• Prevent and intervene in youth altercations and incidents, using the authorized state mandated training methods,
• Effective use of the Behavior Modification System by providing redirection and coaching to youth,
• Coach and advise youth helping them to grow and develop in the areas of personal responsibility, social skills, community living skills, interpersonal communications, and behavior,
• When working overnight shift :

Supervise youth during quiet and sleeping hours,

Minimum Education, Training and Experience

working with troubled youth.

What's in it for you?

As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including :

Qualifications

Education High School of General (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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