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Core responsibilities

The youth development specialist is responsible for supervising and interacting with adolescents in a residential setting to ensure their safety and security. They must also observe client behavior, document services, and facilitate group meetings according to program policies.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have at least a high school diploma or ged, with an associate degree required for detention unit roles. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and pass comprehensive federal and state background checks.

high schoolassociate degreeDocumentationMentoringCPRConflict resolutionRecord keepingFirst aidMedication administrationSafety complianceCrisis managementEmergency proceduresIntake processingClient supervisionYouth developmentBehavioral observation

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Paid training
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Basic life insurance
  • Tuition assistance program
  • Life assistance program