What are the responsibilities and job description for the Winnebago Youth/Adult Support Specialist position at Professional Services Group?
Are you passionate about helping others achieve their full potential? Do you want to make a positive impact in your community? Join our team to become a Youth/Adult Support Specialist!
JOB SUMMARY:
Here at Professional Services Group, we are a community-based social services organization looking for a Youth/Adult Support Specialist to join our team in Winnebago County. In this role, you'll provide individual skill development and support to youth and adults referred through the Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) Program. You'll help clients achieve their individualized goals by assisting them in their journey toward success. Our program is all about making a difference in the lives of our clients and their families. We offer a range of services including individual meetings, fun recreational activities that build social skills, crisis intervention, school support, and parent contact.
Position will be part-time to start with the opportunity to grow into a full-time position as the program receives more client referrals. This is a great opportunity for both experienced professionals seeking part-time hours or recent graduates looking to transition into the human services/mental health field.
Apply today to join our team!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE YOUTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST:
- Analyze youth capabilities, strengths and problems to determine the services required to meet the unique needs of youth.
- Implement, evaluate and review youth goals in collaboration with team members, youth and their families.
- Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate for youth in school, the community and during emergency and crisis situations.
- Attend youth/family team meetings.
- Organize and facilitate individual meetings and structured recreational activities that assist youth in developing pro-social skills and connections.
- Safely transport clients as needed.
LOCATION: Local travel is required to work within client homes or other community spaces, with mileage reimbursement. Flexibility for hybrid scheduling to work on documentation and billing after client visits.
SCHEDULE: Part-time leading to full-time. Hours are varied, typically during business hours Monday-Friday between 9:00am and 6:00pm with occasional weekends.
WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?
- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
- Flexible hours and great work-life balance.
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staff
- Opportunities for advancement and professional development
- Part-time employees are offered the following benefits: 401k and profit sharing, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and pet insurance.
- Competitive benefits package is also offered to full-time employees, including: paid time off and company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; and short-term disability insurance
SALARY: $19.00-21.00 per hour
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related.
- Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.
- Previous experience working with at-risk youth and families is preferred.
Salary : $19 - $21
