Youth Specialist (9am-5pm)

Job Description

Job Title: Youth Specialist

Location: Jefferson City, MO

Department: Youth Residential

Employment Type: Full-time (9am-5pm)

Job Summary

Join our compassionate and dedicated team as a Youth Specialist, where you will play a vital role in empowering current and former foster youth to achieve independence and self-sufficiency. You will provide essential services and financial assistance, helping youth develop the skills necessary for a successful transition into adulthood. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference, possess strong communication skills, and are committed to treating all youth with dignity and respect.

In this role, you will conduct instructional and support activities tailored to each youth's individualized plan goals. Your efforts will directly contribute to the development of essential life skills, educational achievements, and vocational success for the youth you serve.

The Youth Specialist position offers…

• All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and more
• Telemedicine - 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits
• Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income
• Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Treat all youth, referral sources, stakeholders, and team members with dignity and respect.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge related to serving youth and young adults, with specific expertise related to youth in foster care.
• Collaborate with Family Support Teams to create and/or update plans for service using SNAP (strengths, needs, abilities, preferences) principles.
• Assist youth in identifying obstacles to living independently, obtaining employment, and completing education.
• Facilitate the development of individualized service plans with each youth, contributing to the Individualized Action Plan (IAP).
• Establish supportive, professional relationships with each youth assigned.
• Develop strategies and lessons necessary to facilitate achievement of individualized plan goals.
• Serve as a community resource specialist for youth, families, and referral sources.
• Facilitate mentoring opportunities for youth and assist them in developing permanent connections with adults in their community.
• Provide financial information training and support to all youth, including budgeting and bill paying.
• Track and document expenditures, collect receipts, and solicit donations prior to making purchases.
  
  

Education, Experience, And/or Credential Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent certificate is required; an associate's or bachelor's degree in an applicable field from an accredited institution is preferred.
• Experience in foster care, education, employment services, case management, social services, or other applicable vocation is preferred.
  
  

Additional Qualifications

• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check.
• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift.
  
  

Brightli is on a Mission

We are dedicated to changing and saving lives by empowering youth to achieve their fullest potential. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply today!

Keywords: Youth Specialist, Foster Care, Independent Living, Youth Development, Case Management, Community Resources, Financial Assistance, Education Support, Vocational Training, Youth Advocacy

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.