Youth Care Specialist

4 months ago

Fort Myers, United States Lutheran Services Florida Full time

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong and communities are vibrant.

LSF is looking for a talented Youth Care Specialist who wants to make an impact in the lives of others.

Purpose & Impact:

This is an intermediary position with the responsibility of insuring quality care. The individual holding this position monitors daily activities and provides additional support to Youth. Duties also include informing the Program Manager of programmatic issues on a daily basis. Responsibilities also include supervising shelter resident’s intakes and monitoring necessary paperwork for the Centralized Intake component.

Essential Functions:
  • Monitors daily activities of Youth.
  • Carries a telephone/pager on a rotation.
  • Both detect and envision potential safety and security hazards to youth in residence, subsequently making recommendations and implementing corrective actions as appropriate or required.
  • As directed, participates in the implementation and monitoring of client case plan.
  • Maintains the coordination of donations to the facility in conjunction with the Program Manager.
  • Assists with day-to-day maintenance of the facility in conjunction with the Program Manager.
  • Assists with ensuring 24-hour direct care staff coverage in conjunction with the Program Manager.
  • Screens clients, conducts initial intakes, and administer client satisfaction surveys as directed.
  • Coordinates and assists with youth intakes and orientation during Intake process.
  • Maintains monthly statistical reports in coordination with the Program Manager.
  • Supervises youth as needed.
  • Supervises and schedules maintenance and upkeep of the program van.
  • Performs related work as required and as directed by the Program Manager.
  • Provide direct supervision of YCS staff and emergency house coverage as needed in emergencies.
Other Functions:

Performs other duties as assigned by the Program/Operations Director and/or the Program Manager.

Physical Requirements:

Must have a high level of energy. Must have full physical capabilities such as lifting, bending, cooking, cleaning, and using the telephone. Ability to transport youth in the program van and accompany youth on field trips/recreational outings.

Education:

At least two years of college (or) two years experience working with youth in an organized/structured setting required.

Experience:

Two years’ experience working with youth in an organized/structured setting preferred or at the discretion of Supervisor/Manager.

Skills:

Must have good organization, written, and verbal skills. Dependability, discretion, and good judgement are essential. Must be able to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, co-workers, and the general public.

Other:

Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.

Principal Accountabilities:
  • Reports to Program
  • Detects and envisions safety and security
  • Team player with co-workers and
  • Ensures the maintenance of the
  • Effective staff management and
  • Adheres to Agency policies and
  • Attend all required

Why work for LSF?

LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization.  

Amazing benefits package including: 

Medical, Dental and Vision
Teladoc (24/7 online access to doctors)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement

Lutheran Services Florida embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in all business practices. LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

 

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