Youth Care Specialist

About the Role

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is seeking talented Youth Care Specialists to make an impact in the lives of youth ages 10-17. This role requires all shifts, including weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure quality care by monitoring daily activities of residents.
• Inform the Program Manager of programmatic issues.
• Supervise shelter resident intakes and monitor necessary paperwork.
• Detect and envision potential safety and security hazards to youth, making recommendations and implementing corrective actions.
• Participate in the implementation and monitoring of client case plans.
• Assist with day-to-day facility maintenance.
• Assist in ensuring 24-hour direct care staff coverage.
• Screen clients, conduct initial intakes, and administer client satisfaction surveys.
• Coordinate and assist with youth intakes and orientation.
• Assist in maintaining reports.
• Supervise youth as needed, including meal preparation and chores.
• Supervise and schedule maintenance and upkeep of program vehicles.
• Perform related work as required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with youth in an organized/structured setting is preferred.
• Good organization, written, and verbal skills.
• Dependability, discretion, and good judgement.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, co-workers, and the general public.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
• Certified CPR/First Aid.
• Crisis intervention.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proof of vehicle insurance.
• Must be able to remain physically active, including walking, standing, bending, stooping, and lifting.
• Ability to safely and effectively intervene in crisis situations, including physically guiding or restraining youth when necessary and appropriate.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to move quickly and respond promptly to emergency situations.
• Ability to talk and hear and communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and phones.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather.
• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to ensure the safety of youth.
• High level of energy.
• Full physical capabilities such as lifting, bending, cooking, cleaning, and using the telephone.
• Ability to transport youth in program vehicles and accompany youth on field trips/recreational outings.
• Must attend all required training.

Qualifications

• Reports to Program Manager.
• Team player with co-workers and administrators.
• Ensures the maintenance of the shelter.
• Effective staff management and leadership.
• Adheres to Agency policies and procedures.