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Aunt Martha’s Health and Wellness boldly commits to supporting the well-being of our communities, ensuring equity in access and delivering exceptional care inspired by a culture of innovation. We are taking a responsible approach to creating environments that allow us to do what we do best—provide healthcare and wellness. As a part of our commitment to health and safety, COVID-19 vaccines are required for all employees, as well as all newly hired employees. We require documentation upon hire.
SUMMARY:
The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety and well-being of each youth participating in the program through proper utilization of behavior management techniques, following all safety protocols and ensuring the facility meets all safety standards. The Youth Support Specialist is responsible for providing the direct day-to-day care to the youth while teaching them appropriate social skills and implementing the youths' care / behavior management plans. The YSS will have an understanding of human development and psychological theory which is affected by trauma. At times, Youth Support Specialist may be asked to work on other units / programs to support the safety and security of all youth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
WORK HOURS
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
We offer competitive wages, benefits, education assistance and career advancement opportunities!
All DCFS youth in care which includes, but not limited to, victims of abuse or neglect and human trafficking, youth exhibiting high levels of aggression, criminal involvement, depression, self-harm, anxiety, low self-esteem, traumatization, low cognitive levels, etc.. The youth served in our subacute unit are at a higher level of need. Many of the youth are placed directly with us from a hospital setting or similar setting.
Aunt Martha’s is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Full Time
$51k-69k (estimate)
01/01/2024
04/29/2024
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