Youth Specialist 2nd Shift

Foundation 2 Crisis Services Job Opportunity

Reports to:

2nd Shift Supervisor

Location:

Foundation 2 Youth Shelter

Hours:

Wednesday-Saturday 1:30p-11:30p

About Foundation 2 Crisis Services

Foundation 2 Crisis Services is a mission-driven, non-profit organization that provides critical crisis intervention and prevention services across Iowa. We operate a 24/7 crisis center, including phone, text, and chat services. We also operate an emergency youth shelter, mental health support groups, community-based crisis programs, training, and more. We have been saving lives for over 50 years. Join our team today!

Overview of the role

Supervise youth in the facility during day-to-day activities, providing safety and security, role modeling appropriate behaviors, and managing a group. Complete daily documentation for clients. Responsible for passing medication (Medication Manager training is available for candidates). Ability to provide crisis stabilization, processing, and de-escalation of youth up to and including physical restraint. Assisting with phone coverage and answering in a timely and professional manner.

Schedule:

Wednesday 1:30p-11:30p Thursday 1:30p-11:30p Friday 1:30p-11:30p Saturday 1:30p-11:30p

Benefits

Salary starting at $17/hour. $1,000 sign-on bonus. $12,000 benefit package that can be utilized for insurance coverage. Unused funds are added to your paycheck as income Generous paid time off, 2 mental health days and 1 floating Holiday are provided, PTO begins accruing immediately Company provided accrued short-term leave Retirement plans with Foundation 2 Crisis Services' matching contributions.

Who you are

Client-centered. You are dedicated and passionate about working with individuals in crisis. You know it is an honor to be trusted to support people at their most vulnerable. Organized. You possess strong organizational skills and can oversee daily responsibilities. Compassionate. You have compassion for clients and a willingness to understand and exercise trauma-informed care practices. Team player. You enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and are proud to represent your program.

Flexible. You understand people are complicated and solutions often require a team approach. Positive. You recognize the power of a positive attitude and have the desire to build positive relationships with coworkers and clients.

What you'll do

Supervise youth in the facility during day-to-day activities, providing safety and security, role modeling appropriate behaviors, and managing a group. Complete daily documentation for clients. Responsible for passing medication (Medication Manager training is available for candidates). Ability to provide crisis stabilization, processing, and de-escalation of youth up to and including physical restraint. Assisting with phone coverage and answering in a timely and professional manner.

What you need

HS Diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience in human services. Associate degree with 1 year of experience in human services. Bachelor's degree with 1 year of experience in human services. Comfort using basic computer software. Basic typing and data entry skills. Excellent writing and grammar skills. Valid driver's license and be insurable by the agency auto insurance policy. Pass all background checks completed by Foundation 2 Crisis Services.

Submit a copy of college degree or transcript as required by licensure for personnel file. Live in Iowa. Live within 50 miles of Cedar Rapids, IA. Be at least 21 years of age. Successfully complete the required trainings within the required time periods. Complete a physical exam prior to the beginning of employment and every three (3) years thereafter. Be free of communicable diseases as determined by a physician.

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