Youth Support Specialist
Sevita, Mansfield, OH, United States
Ohio Mentor , part of the Sevita family, provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth who may be facing out-of-home placements, transitioning back into the family home or independent living alternatives, or involved in the juvenile justice system. Through our personalized programming, we help youth gain stability, comfort and confidence to overcome all challenges and live well. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, join our mission-driven team and experience a career well lived.
Youth Support Specialist (Part-Time)
As a Part-Time Youth Support Specialist you will engage in activities with youth throughout Mansfield and surrounding areas.
Responsibilities
Provide training, assistance and/or supervision to youth in areas of daily living, personal care, financial management, community and social integration, and job skills development.
Provide support to youth to ensure objectives are met in accordance with the Service Plan.
Establish a therapeutic relationship with client(s) to ensure effective interventions, direct support and service delivery.
Organize and determine recreational outings to observe behaviors and record observations.
Plan and facilitate psychoeducational/allied therapies and groups.
Maintain current progress and service notes and other appropriate documentation in accordance with Company policy, program and state statutes.
Complete and submit all required documents.
Provide supervisor with feedback and data relevant to day-to-day human/social services, Service Plans or administrative policy.
Attend and participate in required meetings, including:
Monthly treatment plan meetings
Multi‑disciplinary team meetings
Training and other meetings as mandated
Coordinate, organize and/or assist with household activities, including light housekeeping and meal preparation.
May provide transportation for youth receiving services, planned and/or necessary activities and appointments.
Maintain confidentiality, respect human rights and practice universal precautions in accordance with Company policy.
Perform 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 of 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.
Benefits
$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.
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.
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Youth Support Specialist (Part-Time)
As a Part-Time Youth Support Specialist you will engage in activities with youth throughout Mansfield and surrounding areas.
Responsibilities
Provide training, assistance and/or supervision to youth in areas of daily living, personal care, financial management, community and social integration, and job skills development.
Provide support to youth to ensure objectives are met in accordance with the Service Plan.
Establish a therapeutic relationship with client(s) to ensure effective interventions, direct support and service delivery.
Organize and determine recreational outings to observe behaviors and record observations.
Plan and facilitate psychoeducational/allied therapies and groups.
Maintain current progress and service notes and other appropriate documentation in accordance with Company policy, program and state statutes.
Complete and submit all required documents.
Provide supervisor with feedback and data relevant to day-to-day human/social services, Service Plans or administrative policy.
Attend and participate in required meetings, including:
Monthly treatment plan meetings
Multi‑disciplinary team meetings
Training and other meetings as mandated
Coordinate, organize and/or assist with household activities, including light housekeeping and meal preparation.
May provide transportation for youth receiving services, planned and/or necessary activities and appointments.
Maintain confidentiality, respect human rights and practice universal precautions in accordance with Company policy.
Perform 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 of 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.
Benefits
$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.
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.
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