Youth Care Specialist - Psychiatric Medical Institute for Children - Mid Shift

Job Details: Job Location: Children Square Campus - Council Bluffs, IA, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Residential Youth Care Specialist 

Job Title: Youth Care Specialist 

Unit: PMIC 

Employment Status: Full Time  

Shift: 2:00PM-10:00PM, 5 Days Scheduled with 2 Days Off

About CSI

Our story begins in Omaha in 1892, when, due to epidemics, poverty and the difficulties of pioneer life, many children were left in need of parental care. CSI met the need in a revolutionary way – putting the well-being of children first and working to be a voice for the voiceless. We seek to champion children and families by providing the mental, emotional and physical spaces they need to feel empowered and to thrive.

We are looking for someone who has a mind full of wonder and a heart-filled desire to work with little humans! We’re on a mission to champion what’s best for each child and family.

As a Youth Care Specialist within our Psychiatric Medical Institute for Children (PMIC), you will help create a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for children and adolescents receiving the highest level of behavioral health care within our organization. In this role, you will provide direct supervision, support, and guidance to youth of varying ages while ensuring their physical, emotional, and developmental needs are met.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team, you will assist youth as they navigate the unique challenges associated with trauma, mental health concerns, and other at-risk experiences. You will promote positive behaviors, model healthy coping skills, support daily living activities, and help maintain a therapeutic milieu that fosters healing, growth, and resilience.

Success in this role requires a strong commitment to trauma-informed care principles, sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with youth while maintaining appropriate boundaries and program expectations. Individuals who are compassionate, patient, and dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children and adolescents are encouraged to apply.

Essential Job Duties:  
•    Maintain visual supervision and know where children and youth are at all times through implementation of the program schedule, positive interactions with youth, and participating in activities with the youth.
•    Maintain integrity of the program structure and ensure the therapeutic environment of the program by following the program schedule, helping youth meet outside expectations, and providing learning opportunities and experiences for the youth. Adhere to contractual requirements. Provide medication management according to program procedures.
•    Develop and maintain effective therapeutic relationships by treating youth with respect, providing positive feedback, and displaying empathy.
•    Identify and use opportunities for teaching life skills in everyday activities.
•     Effectively communicate written information (client files, medication logs, pass reports, caseworker calls, etc.) throughout shift to establish and maintain an accurate record of each child’s placement. Maintain accurate records needed by agency (incident reports or restraint reports, etc.)
•   Promote a professional, positive work environment by reporting to shifts, trainings, and meetings on time, following agency protocols, and being flexible to meet client and program needs.
•  Handle crisis using CPI and other techniques in a way that positive therapeutic relationships are maintained. 
•    Implement agency Policies and Procedures, licensing, and accreditation standards, and maintain a clean and aesthetic environment.

Other Duties:
•    Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.
•    Complete training necessary to perform consistent with program and agency staff development plans including identification of training         appropriate to this position; and taking the responsibility for scheduling and attending appropriate training.
•    Complete 24-hour checklist training, defensive driver training, car seat and transportation training and orientation prior to working independently with youth.

Job Requirements:  
•    High School Diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
•    Experience in Human Services with children at risk and residential work strongly preferred.
•    Minimum of 21 years of age with stamina and temperament to work with youth who are experiencing crisis or emotional behavior disorders.

•    Motor vehicle record of 3 points or less.
•    Must be able to provide proof of active auto insurance. 

What You’ll Get:

Medical, dental and vision insurance options
Paid vacation and sick accruals starting day one
401(k) matching up to 5% and fully vested right away
10 paid holidays per year
Referral Bonuses
Tuition reimbursement
Discounted, On-Site Childcare Tuition
Birthing (up to 6 weeks) & non-birthing (up to 2 weeks) leave at full pay
The opportunity to be a part of a forward-thinking culture!

Be a positive influence on young lives and apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Child Saving Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Accommodation Statement

Child Saving Institute is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources to discuss their needs.

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet organizational needs.
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