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NORRIS ADOLESCENT CENTER Youth Care Specialist Campus in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Are you looking for an employer that is innovative and trauma informed? Are you looking for a job that is going to be challenging and rewarding all at the same time? Well you\'ve come to the right place! When you choose a career with Norris, you walk away every day knowing that you had a positive impact on the lives of others. The Norris team strives to provide the best quality care to youth and families by making meaningful connections and providing a safe space for individuals to heal. We engage those we serve, our colleagues and our community with respect, compassion and acceptance. Norris is currently seeking individuals to fulfill the role of Youth Care Specialist in our Residential Program at our West Bend campus. Under the supervision of the Milieu Supervisor, the Youth Care Specialist (YCS) is primarily responsible for the care and supervision of youth at the West Bend Campus during first shift hours (first shift is generally 6:30am - 2:30pm), in all facets of their daily lives, including their safety, well-being, emotional and educational needs. The YCS acts in collaboration with other team members to provide direct care, meal planning/preparing, serves as a youth advocate, ensures effective engagement & supervision, transportation, behavior management, medication administration, recreation and other therapeutic individual and group services to youth in a structured setting. Services provided promote the Norris mission and practice philosophy for providing mental health treatment and services utilizing a trauma informed care approach. The YCS is also responsible for implementing assigned treatment services, maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring the daily routine of programs are upheld. The YCS position requires the individual to work a flexible schedule that is subject to change to meet the program\'s evolving needs at any time, and includes weekends and/or holidays. An Associates or Bachelors degree in a social or behavioral science is preferred. Will consider experience in a related field and/or experience in a recognized treatment setting. Other Benefits to consider: Great health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees. HSA Option where the company will contribute up to \$500 annually for an individual plan or \$1,000 annually for a family plan. Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service) Advance Pay Option Great PTO benefits! Holidays and Birthday PTO day Mileage Reimbursement Gas Stipend (if eligible) 403(b) Plan with Principal Norris provides matching contribution of... For full info follow application link. EEO Norris is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/DA525E9F6F1C4F2C