CSRS Youth Counselor

Job Details

Job Location:

Children Square Campus - Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Crisis Youth Care Specialist

Starting Pay: $20.00 / Hour

Shifts:

Day Shift 6 AM - 2 PM, Mid Shift 2 PM - 10 PM, Overnight 10 AM - 6 PM, and Sub Positions (Based on Organizational Need)

Our story begins in Omaha in 1892, when, due to epidemics, poverty and the difficulties of pioneer life, many children were left in need of parental care. CSI met the need in a revolutionary way – putting the well-being of children first and working to be a voice for the voiceless. We seek to champion children and families by providing the mental, emotional and physical spaces they need to feel empowered and to thrive.

Child Saving Institute (CSI) is looking for someone who has a mind full of wonder and a heart-filled desire to make a difference! We’re on a mission to champion what’s best for each child and family.

As a Crisis Youth Care Specialist, you’ll be an essential part of our team. Your responsibilities would include Supervising and Implementing behavior management techniques and de-escalation by providing direct support, mentorship and supervision to the youth in the short-term Crisis Stabilization program. In short, our CSRS Youth Care Specialist will serve as a vital advocate and support system for children and adolescents experiencing mental health crises.

• Requires Associate’s degree or higher
• Has a positive and reliable work ethic
• Holds experience working with children and families
• Knowledge of childcare practices, developmental issues, and group process
• Understanding of theory and practices for emotionally dysregulated children
• Ability to handle crises and work with children and youth experiencing emotional or behavioral disorders

• Medical, dental and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation and sick accruals
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) matching up to 5% and fully vested right away
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Birthing (up to 6 weeks) & non-birthing (up to 2 weeks) at full pay
• The opportunity to be a part of a forward-thinking culture!

Child Saving Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Child Saving Institute is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources to discuss their needs.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet organizational needs.