Position Overview:
To carry out therapeutic, nurturing, structured and positive programming with emotionally, psychiatrically and/or behaviorally challenged youth specific to the CSEC (Commercially Sexually Exploited) population. The Youth Care Specialist (YCS) shall use learned skills, professional knowledge, and inter-personal skills to bring about positive changes. Employee will be an integral member of an inter-disciplinary Team. The YCS is expected to attend Team Meetings, annual trainings, participate in supervision and carry themselves as role models and highly professional. This position is a on call position; the YCS is expected to pick up at minimum once every 3 months.
Position Qualifications:
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High school diploma or GED, required.
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Experience working with high school aged youth in schools, residential or related settings, preferred.
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Some college, preferred.
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Paid experience working directly with youth, preferred.
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Bi-lingual Spanish, preferred.
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Must have and maintain a valid NYS driver’s license