Youth Care Specialist

2 days ago


Melbourne, Florida, United States AMIkids Full time
Job Summary

The Youth Care Specialist role at AMIkids is a dynamic position that requires a trauma-responsive approach to providing services and safely supervising youth in our care. This role is centered around the AMIkids Personal Growth Model and the key elements of Positive Youth Development.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure all interactions reflect the AMIkids Way and Guiding Principles of Kids First, Safety, and Family.
  • Maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for youth and facilitate effective learning, growth, and progress toward individualized goals.
  • Model supportive, consistent, and respectful behavior to foster healthy relationships, trust, and mutual respect.
  • Provide guidance in behavior choices by teaching healthy social-emotional skills, self-care, academic, communication, and daily living skills aligned with youth's individualized care plan.
  • Communicate expectations, provide recognition, and positive reinforcement to promote youth voice and choice.
  • Utilize prevention-based de-escalation skills to reduce/prevent youth altercations/incidents in accordance with established procedures.
  • Document youth behavior, Team Member interventions, and all required reporting in a timely manner.
  • Participate in Treatment Team meetings and debriefs to report on youth progress and behavior.
  • Maintain facility/equipment and supplies in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Abide by overnight shift requirements, supervise youth at all times, conduct bed checks, and shift documentation.
  • Actively participate in day trips, special activities, and attend and maintain CPR and First Aid certification by a national recognized organization.
Requirements
  • High school diploma/GED (degree preferred)
  • One year child welfare experience within foster youth or related youth service program
  • Behavior Health Tech Certification or at minimum related experience preferred
What's in it for you?

As a Youth Care Specialist at AMIkids, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including growth opportunities, health benefits, wellness benefits, and more.


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