About this opportunity
CEDARS Youth Services lists this Youth Specialist II - Morning Shift opportunity in lincoln, Nebraska. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
As one of Nebraska's leading child-serving organizations, CEDARS helps children and youth achieve safety, stability, and enduring family relationships. We provide programs and services that help kids and families navigate challenges, strengthen connections, and build brighter futures.
Guided by the belief that every child deserves safety, support, and the opportunity to thrive, we work alongside families, foster parents, community partners, and supporters to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and youth.
At CEDARS, we strive to createa workplace that reflects the community we serve, and where everyone feels like their identities are embraced and valued. When we practice empathy, and celebrate the diverse perspectives of our employees, it fuels innovation and creates an environment where we can attract a broad range ofcandidatesand our employees are empowered to do their best work.
Job Skills / Requirements
Reports To: Assistant Program Director
Classification: Non-Exempt
Rate of Pay: $17.35/hour
Job Summary
Pioneers Center serves as the only short-term emergency shelter for kids (ages 12-18) who do not have immediate access to another safe living arrangement in southeast Nebraska. Kids may be referred to the Pioneers Center because of a history of abuse, neglect or domestic violence; alternative to juvenile detention; interruption of a foster care placement; homelessness; hospitalization of a parent/guardian; or for short-term stabilization. A variety of levels of care are offered at the Pioneers Center. Crisis stabilization is a more intensive level of care that involves the support of a CEDARS therapist. To prevent youth from being placed outside the home, CEDARS also offers Basic Center services to families who are not involved in Child Welfare or the Juvenile Justice System.
Responsibilities
Maintain safety and supervision of youth
Complete daily documentation of youth in care
Build relationships with youth and provide support
Provide transportation to and from school, appointments, activities or visits
Engage youth in life skills, educational activities and outings
Requirements
Must be 21 years of age of older
High School Diploma or GED required, Associate's or Bachelor's degree is preferred
At least 1 year of experience working with youth and families is preferred
Must have a passion for helping youth in crisis
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record
Education Requirements (All)
High School Diploma or GED Required
Additional Information / Benefits
As a full-time active employee, you are eligible to participate in the following benefits:
medical, dental, and vision coverages
flexible spending accounts and health spending accounts
personal leave, emergency leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays
retirement plan with 5% company match
life & long-term disability insurance
employee assistance program
wellness and engagement program
opportunities to collect overtime hours if desired
shift differentials for overnight hours worked and holidays
extensive training and professional development opportunities
This job reports to the Assistant Program Director
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Worksite address
lincoln, NE, 68511, US
Who can apply
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