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CEDARS Youth Services

Youth Specialist III - Morning Shift

Pay: $38,480/yr

Posted: 07/09/2026

Location: Lincoln, NE (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

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What they do

A Social or Human Services Specialist identifies and arranges community services for clients. Can involve coordination of services for people with disabilities or those in recovery. They may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis and can be involved in advocating for client needs.

$50,879 / year median in Nebraska

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Job Description

Youth Specialist III - Morning Shift CEDARS Youth Services Lincoln, NE Job Details Full-time $18.50 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications Driver's License Driving Adolescents Working with families Experience working with families with children Working with youth Full Job Description Youth Specialist III -

Morning Shift Reports To:

Assistant Program Director Classification:

Non-Exempt Rate of Pay:

$18.50/hour

Schedule:

Sunday-Thursday 6:30am-2:30pm Program Summary Pioneers Center serves as the only short-term emergency shelter for kids (ages 12-18) who do not have immediate access to another safe living arrangement in southeast Nebraska. Kids may be referred to the Pioneers Center because of: a history of abuse, neglect or domestic violence; alternative to juvenile detention; interruption of a foster care placement; homelessness; hospitalization of a parent/guardian; or for short-term stabilization. A variety of levels of care are offered at the Pioneers Center. Crisis stabilization is a more intensive level of care that involves the support of a CEDARS therapist. To prevent youth from being placed outside the home, CEDARS also offers Basic Center services to families who are not involved in Child Welfare or the Juvenile Justice System. Responsibilities Maintain safety and supervision of youth in care Provide leadership to ensure each shift runs smoothly Coordinate necessary medical appointments, transport youth to medical appointments, as well as manage youth's medications Provide transportation to and from school, appointments, activities or visits Complete daily documentation of youth in care Engage youth in life skills, educational activities and outings Provide leadership during crisis intervention and structure for youth Requirements • Must be 21 years of age of older Associate's or Bachelor's degree in human services, social work, or a related field At least 1 year of experience working with youth and families Leadership experience is preferred Must have a passion for helping youth in crisis Valid driver's license and a good driving record