Youth Support Specialist

Youth Support Specialist

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As a Youth Support Specialist you will engage in activities with youth within the New Philadelphia area.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing training, assistance and/or supervision to youth in the areas of daily living, personal care, financial management, community and social integration and/or job skills development.
• Providing support to youth, to ensure objectives are met in accordance with the Service Plan.
• Establishing a therapeutic relationship with client(s) to ensure effective interventions, direct support and service delivery.
• Organizing and determining recreational outings to observe behaviors and record observations.
• Planning and facilitating psychoeducational/allied therapies/groups as well.
• Maintaining current progress and service notes and any other appropriate documentation in accordance with Company policy, program and state statutes.
• Completing and submitting all required documents.
• Providing supervisor with feedback and data relevant to day-to-day human/social services, Service Plans or administrative policy.
• Attending and participating in required meetings including: monthly treatment plan meeting(s), multi-disciplinary team meetings, and training and other meetings as mandated.
• Coordinating, organizing and/or assisting with household activities including light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• May provide transportation for youth receiving services, planned and/or necessary activities and appointments.
• Maintaining confidentiality, respect human rights and practice universal precautions in accordance with Company policy.
• Performing other related duties and activities as required.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma with at least 3 years' of verifiable experience working with At-Risk Youth; or
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Social Services, Criminal Justice or Psychology with 1 year experience.
• Experience providing service to teens ages 10-18 with emotional, medical, and behavioral challenges required.
• Must have valid driver's license for at least 1 year.

Why Join Us?

• $19.00 per hour.
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today!

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, we encourage you to join Ohio Mentor's mission of helping everyone live a full and happy life. Apply today and start your journey toward a rewarding career well-lived.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.