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Youth Care Specialist

Memphis, TN · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

This is a direct care position responsible for supervising a group of 7-10 youth during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being while guiding them in developing the internal controls ...

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Job Title: Youth Counselor Department: Site Operations Reports To: Youth Center Director ... Use positive behavior management techniques to guide children's behavior and promote self-esteem.

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Becoming A Man (BAM) Youth Specialist II's are responsible for guiding young male identifying youth in grades 7 - 12 to learn, internalize, and practice social skills, make responsible decisions for ...

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Youth Care Specialist

Memphis, TN · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

This is a direct care position responsible for supervising a group of 7-10 youth during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being while guiding them in developing the internal controls ...

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Youth Care Specialist

Elizabethton, TN · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

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Youth Care Specialist

Elizabethton, TN · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

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Youth Care Specialist

Ocala, FL · On-site

$19/hr

This is a direct care position responsible for supervising a group of 7-10 youth during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being while guiding them in developing the internal controls ...

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Youth Care Provider

Caldwell, ID · On-site

$17.70 - $22.13/hr

Guide and support youth in carrying out daily activities such as morning routines, chores, homework, meal times, group activities and evening routines * Implement behavior support techniques

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Youth Care Specialist

Crestview, FL · On-site

$19/hr

This is a direct care position responsible for supervising a group of 7-10 youth during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being while guiding them in developing the internal controls ...

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Youth Care Specialist

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

$19/hr

This is a direct care position responsible for supervising a group of 7-10 youth during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being while guiding them in developing the internal controls ...

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Youth Care Specialist

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

This is a direct care position responsible for supervising a group of 7-10 youth during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being while guiding them in developing the internal controls ...

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Youth Care Specialist

Ocala, FL · On-site

$19/hr

This is a direct care position responsible for supervising a group of 7-10 youth during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being while guiding them in developing the internal controls ...

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Youth Care Specialist

Rockwood, TN · On-site

$19/hr

This role is ideal for individuals who are compassionate, consistent, and confident in guiding youth through structure, accountability, and positive behavior change. Benefits * Medical, dental, and ...

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Youth Care Specialist

Wimauma, FL · On-site

$19/hr

This is a direct care position responsible for supervising a group of 7-10 youth during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being while guiding them in developing the internal controls ...

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Youth Care Specialist

Memphis, TN • On-site

Youth Opportunity
Individual, Family and Community Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about Youth Opportunityexternal

$18 - $19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Youth Care Specialist - Youth Behavioral Health
Location: Memphis, TN
Department: Operations
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 / hr
About Youth Opportunity & Memphis Youth Academy
Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at-risk youth. Memphis Youth Academy in Memphis, Tennessee is a higher-capacity Youth Academy (approx. 68 beds) serving boys ages13 to18 in a trauma-informed residential setting. The program integrates clinical mental health and behavioral treatment with daily academic instruction, art, music, recreation, and social skills development.
Youth Care Specialist Job Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with immediate vesting
  • Paid time off (PTO) and 7 paid holidays (earn 4 hours of PTO per pay period)
  • Free RX delivery on most medications
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development
  • Robust Employee Assistance Program
  • Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Why Join Youth Opportunity?
  • Be part of a team making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth
  • Gain experience in a growing field of youth mental health and residential care
  • Work in a secure, structured, and supportive treatment environment
  • Develop your skills through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities

Position Summary - Youth Care Specialist Job in Memphis, TN
We are hiring a Youth Care Specialist to join our team at Memphis Youth Academy. This is a direct care position responsible for supervising a group of 7-10 youth during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being while guiding them in developing the internal controls necessary for long-term success. This role is ideal for compassionate, patient individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
Youth Care Specialist Responsibilities
  • Supervise and monitor the activities of a group of youth, maintaining constant awareness of their whereabouts
  • Ensure safety and security through adherence to procedures on movement, security, contraband, headcounts, and reporting
  • Utilize group counseling techniques, individual relationships, positive discipline strategies, and crisis intervention when necessary
  • Represent youth needs and progress to treatment teams and provide progress reports
  • Facilitate daily meetings ("huddle-ups") to encourage accountability and teamwork
  • Support classroom teachers by reinforcing educational content in living units
  • Encourage and support youth engagement in activities and programs that promote learning and personal growth
  • Document daily shift activities and population counts, refer special needs or medical concerns, and communicate key events to incoming shifts

Other Duties Include
  • Participate in required training and professional development
  • Report incidents or concerns regarding youth or staff conduct
  • Perform other duties as assigned or needed

Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; two years of college coursework in a social or human services field preferred
  • 2 years of experience working with youth preferred (if no college coursework)
  • Strong verbal communication skills; able to relate to youth in a professional, non-patronizing manner
  • Group counseling and leadership skills
  • Analytical thinking and sound judgment
  • Certification in First Aid, CPR, and crisis intervention required during probationary period
  • Ability to document clearly and objectively

Physical Demands
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds
  • Extensive walking and standing required
  • Ability to respond quickly to youth altercations, self-harm risks, or escape attempts
  • Must be able to participate in physical activities with youth, indoors or outdoors
  • Must be free from communicable diseases as defined by the state

Other Requirements
  • Valid driver's license and safe driving record required
  • Must meet state criminal background check requirements

How to Apply
Click "Apply Now" through Indeed to submit your application. Or visit http://www.youthopportunity.com/yourfuture to learn more about our mission and career opportunities.
Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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