Youth Support Specialist

Become a Youth Support Specialist with Hoyleton Youth and Family Services and start making a difference in our community!

What do we offer our Youth Support Specialist? We're glad you asked!

• Health, dental, and vision
• A health savings account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Employer-paid short-term disability
• A 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% company match
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Lunches, employee appreciation, and annual retreats
• Continuing education

We also provide a competitive wage and flexible schedule options: Work a full-time, part-time, or on-call schedule!

If you're excited about joining a team that is committed to making a difference in the lives of young people, apply now and let your journey of impact begin!

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

As a Youth Care Worker, you're a key player in our mission. With your supervisor's guidance, you craft daily activities that help young folks gain independence. Think of yourself as a mentor, passing on valuable life skills, social know-how, and ways to cope. Plus, you spice things up with educational and fun activities.

Your secret sauce? Training in our CARE practice model and the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) system. They help you keep the atmosphere safe, positive, and therapeutic. You learn about each person's trauma history and triggers, allowing you to handle tough situations using de-escalation tricks. But here's the real kicker: the safety and well-being of residents, physically and emotionally, is your top concern, and you're awesome at keeping everything documented. Every day's an adventure with new challenges, making your work incredibly fulfilling!

Here's what we need from you:

• At least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability and willingness to learn the CARE practice model and TCI system as well as apply their principles
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance
• A desire to be a youth mentor

A bachelor's degree in human services and related experience is preferred but not required.

WHY CHOOSE US?

We are a faith-based organization, founded upon the social justice heritage of the United Church of Christ. Since our founding in 1895, we have grown to be one of Southern Illinois' leaders in providing emotional and mental health services for every stage of youth and family development. Our mission is to enable all people, young and old alike, to realize the wholeness of life that God intends.

Our team of professionals is energized daily because they have the opportunity to bring positive change to someone's life. In fact, "changing lives" is in everyone's job description. We also offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a positive work culture.

JOIN US!

If you think this role will suit your needs, great! Applying is a piece of cake. You can finish the initial application in less than five minutes. Good luck - we're excited to chat!