Job detail
Youth Specialist – Education and Medication Support
Catholic Charities of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/9/2026
Location
Lansing, Michigan
Core responsibilities
The youth specialist provides direct care, medication administration, and educational support to youth during morning routines and school hours. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, structured environment while utilizing trauma-Informed approaches to support emotional regulation and behavioral needs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 21 years old and hold an associate degree in a relevant field such as human services, education, or psychology. A minimum of 2 years of experience working with children or adolescents in a professional or residential setting is required.
associate degreeTeamworkCommunicationDocumentationDe-escalationBehavioral supportRelationship buildingConflict resolutionMedication administrationCrisis interventionSafety monitoringTrauma-informed careClassroom managementEmotional regulationEducation supportTask breakdown