Youth Specialist II, ILP

Youth Specialist II – Independent Living Group Home

Starting at $16/hr + Shift Incentives

• Provide supervision and emotional support in a trauma-informed setting
• Respond to crises with empathy and professionalism
• Maintain a safe, structured environment that promotes healing and independence
• Document observations and incidents in accordance with program standards
• Collaborate with a team dedicated to youth empowerment and recovery
• Serve as a role model to youth in residence by modeling responsible behaviors
• Provide guidance in daily living skills, including household chores to youth
• Monitor activities of youth to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Report non-compliance with home rules to the Case Manager
• Maintain communication with youth to ensure adjustment to program expectations
• Facilitate and/or participate in house meetings to review house rules, plan activities or discuss other needs of house/group
• Participate in treatment planning meetings with each youth as needed or requested
• Communicate implementation of each youth’s Independent Living Plan with Independent Living Coach, Case Manager and other appropriate parties
• Maintain adequate awareness of youth’s activities to ensure the safety of the youth, other residents, staff and the home is maintained
• Report safety hazards and needed repairs within home and grounds to designated Case Manager or Supervisor

• Associate’s degree in human services, or 60 college credits, or equivalent experience
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
• Experience or interest in working with youth in high-stress environments
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• College coursework in social services preferred
• Professional training in social work, social services or child development preferred
• Experience working in a group home or residential setting preferred
• Experience working with youth preferred
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license with good driving record, proof of current registration and automobile insurance required; reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting persons served required

• Starting pay
  : $16/hour
• Incentives
  :
  • +$1/hour for weekend or overnight shifts
  • +$2/hour for shifts that qualify as both
• Growth opportunities in youth services and trauma-informed care
• Be part of a mission-driven team making a real impact