<p>If you're someone who thrives in a dynamic, forward-moving environment - where your contributions truly shape the future - this is the perfect time to come on board!</p> <p>Children's Square is investing in our future. We are offering a $1,500 New Employee Bonus which will be awarded into three segments:</p> <ul> <li>$500 after completion of 3 months of employment </li><li>$500 after completion of 6 months of employment </li><li>$500 after completion of 1 year of employment </li></ul> <p>Also, you will get a $2.00 shift differential for working in our PMIC program plus $1.00 shift differential for working between 4:pm-9pm M-F and $1.00 for working Saturday and Sunday 9am-9pm.</p> <p>Children's Square is investing in our future. Join our growing team as a Youth Support Specialist specifically in our PMIC facility focusing on providing services to children and teenagers with a traumatic background. This role includes ensuring safety, skill-building, processing and support, behavioral management, and fostering effective communication within the team.</p> <p>You will be cross-trained to work in the Shelter and our Crisis Stabilization unit as needed.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Provide personalized reinforcement to promote adaptive behaviors. </li><li>Utilize behavior management techniques and de-escalation training. </li><li>Assist clients in self-identifying and self-correcting behaviors. </li><li>Establish a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect. </li><li>Follow medication management guidelines. </li><li>Serve as a positive role model and agent of change for the youth. </li><li>Complete timely documentation of services, including daily case notes. </li><li>Conduct room checks to ensure children are present and safe. Although children are sleeping for most of the shift, you are expected to remain awake and present. </li></ul> <p>Position Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Must be at least 21 years of age. </li><li>1+ years experience working with at-risk youth REQUIRED. </li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills. </li><li>Must have a passion for helping youth in crisis. </li><li>Valid driver's license and a good driving record. </li><li>Must be able to pass criminal history, child abuse, and sex offender checks and complete a physical and TB test. </li></ul> <p>Challenges of the Role:</p> <ul> <li>Emotional Resilience: The work is emotionally demanding, as you will be caring for youth who have experienced severe trauma, including physical and emotional abuse, neglect, and abandonment. This can manifest in challenging behaviors such as anger, distrust, withdrawal, and aggression. </li><li>Behavioral Challenges: Youth in the shelter may exhibit a range of challenging behaviors, including verbal and physical aggression, running away, self-harm, and defiance. Managing these behaviors requires patience, consistency, and a deep understanding of trauma and its effects. </li><li>Crisis Situations: You will regularly encounter crisis situations that require quick thinking and effective intervention to ensure the safety of all residents. This can include breaking up fights, calming a distressed child, or dealing with a runaway attempt. </li><li>Ever-Changing Environment: You must be flexible and willing to accept a dynamic working environment. The benefit of a changing workplace is that no two days will ever be the same! </li></ul> <p>Why Work Here?</p> <p>Experience the support and encouragement from a dedicated and growing team of diverse individuals working to help children overcome previous trauma! We prioritize work/life balance, and if you are looking to start a career in mental health, we have many opportunities where you can learn and grow. Our commitment to equal opportunity and fair treatment creates a positive atmosphere that resonates with the youth we serve.</p> <p>Schedules allow for three consecutive days off <em>Please note you will be expected to be on-call at least once weekly on one of your standard days off</em></p> <p>Front End Shifts: Sunday - Wednesday</p> <p>Back End Shifts: Wednesday - Saturday</p> <p>Shift: 10:00am pm - 7:00am</p> <p>Our mission: Building a bright future for children.</p> <p>Come start your career with us!</p> <p>Children's Square is an EOE/M/F/D/V employer.</p>