PMIC Youth Support PM (2pm-11pm)

Job Description

Youth Support Specialist - PMIC

Being part of Team Children’s, you will be cross-trained to also work in our Youth Shelter and Crisis Stabilization facility.

*Advancement Opportunities* *Great position for students - Tuition Assistance*

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personalized reinforcement to promote adaptive behaviors.
• Utilize behavior management techniques and de-escalation training.
• Assist clients in self-identifying and self-correcting behaviors.
• Establish a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect.
• Follow medication management guidelines.
• Serve as a positive role model and agent of change for the youth.
• Complete timely documentation of services, including daily case notes.

Position Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older, preferably 21
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Higher starting pay for individuals with a Bachelor’s degree
• 1 years formal experience working with youth - preferably with at-risk youth.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a passion for helping youth in crisis.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Must be able to pass criminal history, child abuse, and sex offender checks and complete a physical and TB test.

Why Work Here?
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.

Schedules allow for three consecutive days off:
Front End Shifts: Sunday - Wednesday
Back End Shifts: Wednesday - Saturday

Our mission: Building a bright future for children.

Come start your career with us!

Children’s Square is an EOE/M/F/D/V employer.

Company Description

Children’s Square U.S.A. is a private, not-for profit organization. Founded in 1882, Children’s Square U.S.A. has a rich history of caring for children from birth to 23 and their families, instilling hope and helping to restore lives.

Our mission: Building a bright future for children and families.

Our vision: To be a center of excellence empowering over 2,000 children daily to have a bright future through social and emotional wellness by December 31, 2031

Our employees are the heart of who we are. If you have an interest in truly making a difference in the life of a child, Children’s Square U.S.A. may just be what you are looking for. Our mission-focused programming impacts the lives of over 1000 children and their families each and every day. Be a part of team that cares and comes to work each day with the desire to build a better tomorrow for a child.

Children’s Square U.S.A. is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online job application!

Children’s Square U.S.A. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Cancer and Intensive Care Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• New Child Leave
• Unpaid Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Retirement Program
• Tax Sheltered Annuity
• Employee Assistance Program