Youth Care Specialist – AMIkids Escambia Boys Base Position Available In Escambia, Florida

Salary Not Available Youth Care Specialist•AMIkids Escambia Boys Base
AMIkids

Location:

Pensacola, FL•32526
Positions available: 1
Job #:

YOUTH002818

Source:

FileImport•AMIkids

Posted:

5/1/2025

Expires:

10/28/2025

Web Site:

recruiting.ultipro.com

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.
Description

Position Summary:

The role of the Youth Care Specialist has responsibility for directing and safely supervising the youth in our care. Primary responsibility is to provide guidance in behavior choices by teaching social, self-help, academic and living skills.

Essential Job Duties:

Ensure the safety and supervision of all youth in accordance with all operational and contractual requirements, Serve as advisor and positive role model for youth in the program, Prevent and intervene in youth altercations and incidents, using the authorized state mandated training methods, Effective use of the Behavior Modification System by providing redirection and coaching to youth, Coach and advise youth helping them to grow and develop in the areas of personal responsibility, social skills, community living skills, interpersonal communications, and behavior, When working overnight shift: Supervise youth during quiet and sleeping hours, Conduct bed checks in accordance to established schedule, Complete required shift documentation, Notify management immediately of problems and/or incidents, Communicate necessary information to appropriate team members and supervisors, Complete incident, accident, and behavioral reports according to standard operating procedures, Document and review required notes in Shift Log, Communicate necessary information timely to team members and upon shift change, Ensure facility, equipment and supplies are in compliance with all laws, regulations, and policies, Teach youth how to maintain all equipment within compliance standards, Maintain the repair and maintenance log and inventory of related equipment, Attend and maintain CPR and First Aid certification by nationally recognized organization, Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with National standards, Attend and maintain appropriate crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state and contract requirements, Prevent and intervene in student altercations and incidents, using the authorized state mandated training methods, Actively participates in day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, ground maintenance and equipment relocation, Transport students and may drive for other work-related tasks, Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned. Minimum Education, Training and Experience High school diploma/GED (degree preferred), Minimum one-year related experience within an educational or youth service program, preferablyworking with troubled youth. What’s in it for you?

As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids’ lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Growth opportunities•we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within Health Benefits•Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and

AD&D PTO

& Paid Holidays Wellness Benefits•EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc. Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness …For full information see follow application link.
AMIkids, Inc. and AMIkids’ affiliated Programs (hereafter referred to AMIkids collectively) are Equal Opportunity Employer(s) and do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, military service, or any other status protected by law.
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