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Child Saving Institute1 week ago

Youth Care Specialist - (2PM-10PM)

$41,600–$41,600 year

On-site · Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States

Type
Full Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
High School Or Equivalent
Company size
Unknown

Job Summary

Youth Care Specialist provides supervision and a therapeutic, learning environment for children and youth ages 0-19, following the program schedule, performing medication management per procedures, and building therapeutic relationships. Responsibilities include ensuring program structure, documenting client information, crisis management with CPI when trained, and collaborating with staff to support client goals. Shift is 2PM-10PM Tuesday through Saturday; the role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred) and experience in human services with children at risk. Must be at least 21, maintain minimal auto-insurance requirements, and demonstrate strong communication, documentation, and trauma-informed care skills. The position emphasizes professional conduct, adherence to agency policies, and the ability to work across a range of environments and activities with youth in crisis.

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Minimum of 21 years of age
  • Motor vehicle record of 3 points or less
  • Proof of active auto insurance
  • Knowledge in childcare practices, developmental issues and group processes and practices, child abuse and neglect, child development, behavior management and verbal and physical intervention
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to complete CPI course and conduct physical interventions as taught
  • Ability to regularly stand, lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to travel to activities/medical facilities
  • Ability to work in varying environments including outdoor
  • Ability to interact with clients with sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Experience in Human Services with children at risk and residential work strongly preferred
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