Internship/Summer Youth Specialist

Are you interested in a paid internship this summer? If you want to work in a supportive environment dedicated to serving our community, ELC is the place for you! The Elizabeth Layton Center is hiring Summer Youth Specialists for our summer groups. These are temporary positions that run from May 26, 2026 - early August. Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record. Youth Specialists must be able to start by Monday, May 26 and be committed to work through the summer. This is a Monday - Friday position located in Paola, KS. Paid training is provided.

Who we are:

Elizabeth Layton Center (ELC) is honored to be designated a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), with locations in Ottawa and Paola, KS. CCBHCs offer a model of care focused on accessible and integrated behavioral health services. Our vision is to be recognized as the provider of choice for coordinated physical and behavioral health services in the communities we serve. ELC specializes in working with underserved populations to meet the growing needs unique to their situation and life experiences.

What we offer:

Competitive compensation Wellness resources to support your well-being A collaborative, supportive team environment Ongoing opportunities for professional growth A healthy work-life balance SUMMARY The Youth Specialist will provide supervision and supportive services to youth diagnosed with severe emotional disturbance. The Youth Specialist, through supervision and direction, will assist the youth in developing skills. When working with youth, the majority of the time will be spent providing individual or psychosocial group services to the youth. The Youth Specialist through supervision and direction of a licensed and credentialed QMHP, will assist consumers by providing information, education, and training to build knowledge, develop skills, and change attitudes with a goal of increasing the consumer's independence, productivity, self-determination, integration, and inclusion in the community. The majority of the Youth Specialist's time will be spent providing services to consumers in their homes, the center, and other community settings. The position reports directly to the CBS Coordinator.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides one-to-one psychosocial rehabilitation services for youth Assists in developing and providing structured psychosocial group activities Supports personal care goals and overall treatment plan of specific youth Organizes program activities and functions Maintains a safe and productive environment during time spent in attendance of consumers Consults with other mental health staff and works co-jointly as indicated Must provide transportation to and from various program activities (must maintain a good driving record) Maintains a safe and productive environment during time spent in attendance of consumers Maintains appropriate records for reporting, evaluation, accounting, and clinical purposes Meets deadlines for daily paperwork and reports Provides quality documentation Completes other duties as deemed appropriate by immediate supervisor Complies with ELC policies and procedures Completes all required trainings as assigned Available to work evenings and weekends Maintains productivity standard of 50% of hours worked.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Possesses a high school diploma or graduate equivalency degree Must be at least 19 years of age Have a minimum of 40 hours of training in providing equivalent supportive services to child and/or adult consumers or be able to attend 40 hours of on-site training. On site training may be required outside of regularly scheduled working hours. Must pass a security check as required by Medicaid Regulations Clean driving record

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

Ability to relate and work creatively and energetically with consumers at risk of hospitalization Relates a positive approach to complex mental health issues Communicates directly and effectively in a cooperative manner Flexibility in assigned work hours Ability to be sensitive to cultural and ethnic differences Ability to safely perform major job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations ELC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and considers all applications irrespective of race, marital status, sex, age, skin color, religion, nationality, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Take the next step toward a bright future - apply today and become part of a team where your contributions truly matter!