Youth Care Specialist - Transitional

Job Details

Job Location:

Pathways Transitions House KCMO - KANSAS CITY, MO 64111

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $17.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Hourly Rate: $17.00 - $21.00

Schedules Available:

• Missouri
  • Full-time Shift: Monday – Friday: 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
  • Full-time Shift: Friday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, Saturday – Sunday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
  • Part-time Shift: Saturday – Sunday: 11:00 pm – 7:00 am
• Kansas
  • Full-time Shift: Monday – Thursday: 10:00 pm – 8:00 am

• Responsible for direct supervision and safety of all clients.
• Responsible for proper behavior management of children through the use of behavior management techniques.
• Build healthy relationships with clients and be a role model of healthy behaviors.
• Have a working knowledge of the child's treatment plan and objectives and structure activities to support that plan.
• Creatively structure activities for groups and conduct psycho-educational groups.
• May be responsible for medication administration and other medical support.
• Teach, guide, and assist the client in daily life skills appropriate for age.
• Provide 24‑hour awake supervision.
• Manage clients courteously while on agency property.
• Transport youth to events, meetings, appointments, and activities as required.
• Attend court hearings, family support team and school meetings.
• Interview and make recommendations in the hiring process.
• Assign job duties, train staff, and ensure adequate coverage.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 2 years of experience working with children.
• High school diploma (required).
• Bachelor's degree in social services, child development, or criminal justice (preferred).
• At least 21 years old and pass background check, physical, and drug screening.
• A valid driver’s license in the state you reside in, proof of current vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.

• 9 Paid Holidays, Unlimited Paid Time Off, and Paid Sick Leave.
• Health insurance benefits for those working at least 30 hours per week (medical, prescription, dental, vision).
• Cafeteria plans (Health Savings Account and Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts).
• Ancillary insurance benefits (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, short-term disability, voluntary life).
• Long-term disability insurance and basic term life/AD&D insurance at no cost.
• Retirement savings plan (401K) with employer match.
• Pet Insurance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Cornerstones of Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.