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AMIkids offers a wide variety of programs and models, built to address each student's needs and strengths on an individual basis. All of our programs implement the AMIkids Personal Growth Model © to separate their troubled past from a bright future. In addition to providing services during the course of a youth's normal school day, most AMIkids programs provide treatment, enrichment, and support activities during after-school hours in the afternoon, evening, and during weekend.
Position Summary
The role of the Human Service Professional (HSP) is to evaluate, assess and care for youth receiving Residential Intensive Group Care services and to facilitate the case management process.
Essential Job Duties

• Evaluate youth needs using an evidence-based assessment and ensure timely delivery of appropriate services to meet behavioral, psychological and psychosocial development and progress with established goals in each youth's Individual Care Plan (ICP),
• Serve as a liaison between the parents and the Program and appropriate State Agency,
• Schedule timely transitional meetings and assist in the development of a Transition Plan prior to the youth's termination; ensure each youth completes post assessments and has completed transitional plan and transcript before release date,
• Meet with the Program staff to discuss youth cases and monitor youth behavioral, psychological and psychosocial development,
• Develop and maintain Individual Care Plan (ICP) for each youth,
• Develop, approve and sign Weekly Summary Notes,
• Ensure Program staff are completing weekly behavioral up-dates and weekly goal progressions,
• Formulate a Care Plan Review (CPR) as required for each youth, include re-assessment of needs using an evidence-based assessment,
• Ensure timely disbursement of comprehensive monthly reports to the required parties,
• Serve as an advisor and positive role model for assigned youth,
• Provide guidance and assist in the preparation for placement of graduating youth,
• Schedule and conduct regular counseling sessions with youth and staff, adhere to fidelity requirements of evidence-based treatment models per contract,
• Attend and represent the program at meetings and youth legal proceedings, as required,
• Prevent and intervene in youth altercations and incidents, using the authorized mandated training methods,
• Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with the national standards and maintain certification,
• Lead and/or participate in positive reinforcement, interdisciplinary and/or care review meetings,
• Administer youth medication(s) in accordance with doctor's orders,
• Attend required training/professional development events and maintain appropriate certification(s) and license(s),
• Attend and maintain appropriate 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,
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience

• Master's degree in behavioral science required,
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in related field, preferable working with youth,
• State license or experience working under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional, according to state statutes is preferred,
• Travel may be required.

What's in it for you?
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.

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