Youth Care Specialist

Get to know Thompson! Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas, Florida, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses three domains: prevention, mental health services, and foster care. All Thompson programs are trauma-informed and evidence‑based/evidence‑informed with the intention of building resilience in our clients (ages 0‑18) and their families, both virtually and in person. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring, and Integrity. What will you do as a Youth Care Specialist for our youth residential programs? As a Youth Care specialist, you will provide supervision, support, guidance, and build a therapeutic relationship with the youth under your care. A typical day as a Youth Care Specialist will include engaging with youth in the program, providing direction, structure and support for their physical and physiological needs. Scheduling and participating in activities, ensuring the physical milieu remain clean and safe, completing daily documentation as required by regulatory standards and transporting clients as needed for appointments and activities. This position may require travel to various residential facilities within the Lebanon area. Scheduling and rotating shift details: 1st Shift 7am‑7pm or 2nd Shift 7pm‑7am. Week 1: Monday, Thursday, Friday. Week 2: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday. What does this position offer? (Not available for PT or PRN roles) Starting Pay Range: $18.50 - $22.00/hourly based on experience Fantastic Full‑time benefits… 3 weeks paid time off (PTO) the first year plus 10 paid Holidays! Health, Dental, Vision, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability and Life insurance options 401K Match Education Reimbursement Clinical Supervision Reimbursement of $60 for eligible candidates obtaining licensure Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service Paid time off for volunteering in the community Free EAP services Mileage Reimbursement if applicable iPhone and Laptop provided Multiple opportunities for growth Requirements Must have a valid Driver’s License and meet any credentialing, licensing and privileging standards as it pertains to the program High School diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. A minimum of one year of experience working in a residential youth or adult operation or related experience working in the field of child and family services. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite application software Must be at least 21 All full‑time employees must work one of the following schedules: 1st shift (7am‑7pm) or 2nd shift (7pm‑7am) You’re the right fit for the Youth Care Specialist position if… You have a passion for working with and developing youth You enjoy knowing you’re making an IMPACT on the lives of others EXCELLENCE, INNOVATION, COMMITMENT, CARING, AND INTEGRITY are important to you! Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thompson participates in E-Verify. Salary Description: $19.50 - $22.50/hourly based on experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Thompson Child & Family Focus - A Child's Place Program