Youth Care Specialist, (FT/PT) - Multi-Service Home

Why AMIkids? At AMIkids, we believe in the power of transformation. Every young person has the potential for greatness, and we're on a mission to unlock it. For more than 55 years, AMIkids has empowered over 160,000 young people across the country by fostering confidence and a belief in success. Albuquerque Multi-service Group Home operated by AMIkids provides emergency transitional living and supportive services for males ages 13-18 referred by protective services, juvenile justice, parental unit, or tribal social services based on a finding/suspected finding of abuse, neglect, delinquency, substance use, or other at-risk problems. What will you be doing? As a Youth Care Specialist in the emergency in-take facility you will be responsible for directing and safely supervising the youth in our care by providing guidance in behavior choices by teaching social, self-help, academic and living skills. 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 Program Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more! 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, Act as a coach to youth to help them grow and develop in the areas of personal responsibility, social skills, community living skills, interpersonal communications and behavior, Prevent and intervene in youth altercations and incidents, using the authorized state mandated training methods, Effective use of the Behavior Skills Training, Overnight Staff supervise youth during quiet and sleeping hours and conduct bed checks in accordance to established schedule, Review Notes in Shift Log at beginning of every shift, Complete required shift documentation at end of every shift, Notify management immediately of problems and/or incidents, Complete incident, accident and behavioral reports according to standard operating procedures, Ensure facility, equipment and supplies follow 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, Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with the national standards, May be required to participate in day and/or overnight trips, special activities that involve recreational sports, and may require extended 16-hour workdays/24 hour on-call status, Attend and maintain appropriate crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state and contract requirements, Drive program's vehicles as required in accordance with AMIkids transportation guidelines, Attend all required training/professional development events and maintain all appropriate certifications and licenses, Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned. Minimum Education, Training and Experience Associate's Degree with three (3) years of experience working with children, families or youth; or High school diploma/GED with four (4) years of experience working with children, families or youth, Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related degree preferred.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

youth service program: 1 year (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Albuquerque, NM 87107 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person