Youth Support Specialist

1 week ago


Youngstown, Ohio, United States Sevita Full time
Youth Support Specialist
Everybody needs a job but only extraordinary people work here. Our team is fun, creative, and dedicated to making a difference every day in the lives of the people we serve.
As a Youth Support Specialist you will engage in activities with youth throughout Mahoning County. 

Responsible for providing training, assistance and/or supervision to youth in the areas of daily living, personal care, financial management, community and social integration and/or job skills development.
Provides support to youth, to ensure objectives are met in accordance with the Service Plan.
Establishes a therapeutic relationship with client(s) to ensure effective interventions, direct support and service delivery.
Organizes and determines recreational outings to observe behaviors and record observations
Plans and facilitates psychoeducational/ allied therapies/ groups as well
Maintains current progress and service notes and any other appropriate documentation in accordance with Company policy, program and state statutes.
Completes and submits all required documents
Provides supervisor with feedback and data relevant to day-to-day human/social services, Service Plans or administrative policy.
Attends and participates in required meetings including:

Monthly treatment plan meeting(s)
Multi-disciplinary team meetings
Training and other meetings as mandated

Coordinates, organizes and/or assists with household activities

Including light housekeeping and meal preparation

May provide transportation for youth receiving services, planned and/or necessary activities and appointments.
Maintains confidentiality, respect human rights and practice universal precautions in accordance with Company policy.
Performs other related duties and activities as required.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma with at least 3 years' of verifiable experience working with At-Risk Youth; or
Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Social Services, Criminal Justice or Psychology with 1 year experience
Experience providing service to teens ages 10-18 with emotional, medical, and behavioral challenges required
Must have valid driver's license for at least 1 year

Why Join Us?

$19.00 per hour. 
Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers. 
Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities. 

We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today
child care, youth counselor, youth support

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