Youth Care Specialist - Georgetown

About AMIkids

We empower young people to discover their true potential. We’re a national youth organization offering education and workforce development, treatment, and behavioral and skills training. Our approach fosters care and a sense of family to transform lives. At heart, relationships and hope are in our DNA, and for more than 50 years, we’ve empowered young people to achieve success and believe: I Can.

We are seeking a Youth Care Specialist with a strong commitment to direct supervision of youth in our care. Essential success attributes include communication, problem‑solving skills, team collaboration, and organizational skills.

4 pm–12 pm (Mon‑Fri); 9 am–9 pm or 9 pm–9 am (Sat‑Sun)

• Provide guidance in behavior choices by teaching social, self‑help, academic, and living skills. The role is vital as the support you provide helps Youth better themselves and manage challenges in their lives.
• Build confidence in Youth to help them create their own solutions.
• Serve as a support figure for Youth providing mental and emotional stability.
• When working overnight shift, supervise Youth during quiet and sleeping hours and conduct bed checks in accordance with the established schedule.
• Actively participate in day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, ground maintenance, and equipment relocation.
• Possibly transport Youth and drive for other work‑related tasks.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Minimum one year of related experience within an educational or youth service program, preferably working with troubled youth.

Growth opportunities (we develop our leaders from within); health benefits to eligible full‑time employees; paid holidays and PTO; wellness benefits (EAP, health coaching); retirement plans (more than one); and more.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

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