Youth Engagement Spec at Abbott Mitchell, SD

Job in Mitchell, Davison County, South Dakota, 57301, USA

Listing for: Dan Cummins Ford Lincoln

Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-07-13

Job specializations:

Social Work
Youth Development, Youth Support Worker, Child Development/Support, Mental Health

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 17.5 - 19 USD Hourly USD 17.50 19.00 HOUR

Position: Full or Part Time Youth Engagement Spec... at Abbott House Mitchell, SD

Job Description

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Introduction

The Youth Engagement Specialists spend their day nurturing, leading group discussions and managing young people with behavioral health issues to ensure their safety and guide them in daily interactions with other students and staff members in a residential setting. Youth Engagement Specialists (YES) have a four day work week with varying hours.

Wage Range Starts at $17.50 to $19.00/hour based on experience. A complete benefit package is included for full-time employees.

Hours Afternoon / evening hours

Qualifications

Experience is preferred but willing to train individuals interested in working with youth.

Ability to work with, care for and win the respect of young people.

Effectively interact with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences in the client population.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every youngster.

Provide opportunities for the youth to learn and improve social skills using the trauma informed care model in a therapeutic environment.

Prepare timely and accurate documentation, reports, log narratives and other assigned writing.

Work cooperatively with other staff and attend all assigned meetings to enhance working skills and knowledge.

Intervention in crisis situations by responding appropriately.

Must be at least 20 years old to apply.

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