REQUIREMENTS –  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and at least one year of experience in working with youth and families or a combination of the two which equals five (5) years. Must live in service areas. Bi-lingual preferred. 

SALARY – $46,000-$50,100

BASIC DUTIES

• Develop action plans and perform IN-HOME consultations with children & their legal guardians.
• Share twenty-four on-call responsibilities to ensure that all clients’ needs are met in a timely fashion.
• Some evening hours required
• Assist with outreach & child abuse prevention through public speaking and distribution of materials
• Exhibit professionalism in the representation of the STAY program and High Sky Children’s Ranch.

We are currently seeking a Youth Specialist to join our team on the evening (1p-9p) and overnight (8p-6a) shifts. WEEKENDS ARE REQUIRED. The Youth Specialist will be a highly skilled professional who is passionate about providing quality of care to youth who have been abused, neglected, or temporarily separated from their family due to a crisis. All Youth Care Specialist are required to provide for all the needs of the children including constant supervision throughout the duration of the assigned work schedule.

Salary Range: $16.25-16.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Employer Paid: Health, Life, and Long-term Disability Insurance; Teledoc/MyStrength family coverage; Community Pool and Fitness Center; Paid time off and holidays; 403B Matching; Longevity Recognition; Flex time and location.
• Optional Employee Paid: Dependent Health, Vision, Life and Dental Insurance; Cafeteria coverage Pre-paid Legal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain constant supervision to ensure safety and wellbeing of all children in care.
• Review and implement all youth service plans and supervision plans.
• Maintain compliance with High Sky Policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Encourage and teach youth basic social, academic, emotional, independent living skills necessary to be successful.
• Complete youth documentation such as daily progress logs, incident reports, medical forms, and medication logs
• Complete all appointments and documentation within the guidelines set by residential licensing standards, residential contract requirements, and agency policy and procedures.
• Implement an effective youth motivation system and utilize appropriate and positive discipline techniques with youth.
• Prepare and serve youth a nutritious balanced meal and snacks.
• Maintain a clean & orderly shelter by completing daily chores and duties as assigned.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments for medical needs.
• Transport youth to appointments such as visitation, court hearings, school, therapy, and medical appointments.
• Attend and participate in monthly developmental, team, and all-staff meetings.
• Maintain compliance with required annual training.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed.

Requirement:

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Driver’s License (Required)

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

• CPR Certification (Preferred)