Youth Care Specialist - AMIKids Albuquerque Trans

Overview

Youth Care Specialist - AMIKids Albuquerque Trans Living

Job Category
:
Prog Operations

Requisition Number
: YOUTH
003117

Location:

Albuquerque Trans Living, 9905 San Gabriel Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111, USA

Albuquerque Trans Living

The role of the Youth Care Specialist in the Young Adult Program has responsibility for directing and safely supervising the youth in our care by providing guidance in behavior choices by teaching social, self-help, academic and living skills.

• Ensure the safety and supervision of all youth in accordance with all operational and contractual requirements
• Serve as advisor and positive role model for youth in the program
• Act as a coach to youth to help them grow and develop in personal responsibility, social skills, community living skills, interpersonal communications and behavior
• Prevent and intervene in youth altercations and incidents using the authorized state mandated training methods
• Effective use of the Behavior Modification System by providing redirection and coaching to youth
• Overnight staff supervise youth during quiet and sleeping hours and conduct bed checks per schedule
• Review notes in Shift Log at the beginning of each shift
• Complete required shift documentation at end of every shift
• Notify management immediately of problems and/or incidents
• Complete incident, accident and behavioral reports according to standard operating procedures
• Participate in debriefs at beginning and end of each shift; provide applicable Youth and Program updates
• Ensure facility, equipment and supplies follow all laws, regulations and policies
• Teach youth how to maintain all equipment within compliance standards
• Maintain the repair and maintenance log and inventory of related equipment
• Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with national standards
• May be required to participate in day and/or overnight trips and special activities; extended hours or on-call status may apply
• Attend and maintain crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state and contract requirements
• Attend and maintain CPR and First Aid certification by nationally recognized organization
• Drive program vehicles as required in accordance with AMIkids transportation guidelines
• Attend required training and maintain all certifications and licenses
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned

• Associate degree with three (3) years of experience working with children, families or youth; or High school diploma/GED with four (4) years of experience working with children, families or youth
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related degree preferred

As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Growth opportunities – we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within
• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options;
  Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Wellness Benefits – EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more

Required: High School or better.

Preferred: Associates or better.

Preferred: 3 years: experience working with children, families or youth

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