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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Springfield, Missouri

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Job Description

Job Description

The Youth Care Specialist (Overnight Shift) tends to the physical and emotional needs of assigned clients and fosters a supportive group living environment. Join us for a flexible work schedule, perfect for students, those seeking extra work, or individuals eager to gain experience in mental health and social services.

Education:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalency

Schedule:

  • Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN
  • Overnight Awake Shift
    • Includes at least 1 weekends

Compensation:

  • $16.50 - $18.50 per hour.

Requirements:

  • Must be 21 years old to apply
  • Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required
  • Valid driver's license
  • Valid auto insurance

Preferred Experience / Skills:

  • Experience Working with children and families in a trauma informed environment

Essential Duties:

  • Manage youth safely, avoiding therapeutic holds.
  • Model positive behaviors and coping skills using a strength-based approach.
  • Ensure client safety and security while attending to their needs in a nurturing manner.
  • Supervise clients, assign daily chores, assist with homework, and encourage recreational activities.
  • Perform evening and night duties such as cottage checks and laundry as instructed.
  • Implement treatment plans and complete necessary documentation.

About KVC

KVC Missouri is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families.

KVC Missouri's Residential Treatment program offers therapeutic services in a 24/7-supervised facility for children and teenagers with acute emotional and behavioral problems.

KVC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Apply today and become part of our team!