Residential Youth Care Specialist, Walk-in-Wednesdays

Thompson Residential Youth Care SpecialistThompson 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 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.We are excited to invite you to our Walk-In Hiring Event! We will be conducting interviews for full-time and prn roles. Stop by for an interview, and you could receive an OFFER RIGHT ON THE SPOT!Event Details:Dress Code: Business CasualWhat to bring? Copy of your most recently updated resumeDate: Every WednesdayTime: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMLocation: Thompson Child & Family Focus6801 St. Peters Lane Matthews, NC 28105What will you do as a Residential Youth Care Specialist?As a Residential Youth Care Specialist you will be expected to provide care, supervision, structure, and to be an advocate that provides and builds a therapeutic relationship with the youth in your care. You will be surrounded by team members committed to the same goal, as well as various functional professionals partnering with you in our youth's success.A typical day as a Residential Youth Care Specialist day-to-day care of youth while in residence (including fun!), working with clients from 10-17 years old, males or females who are highly acute and potentially aggressive, supporting treatment process of each youth, and completing other tasks as assigned by your Supervisor.As a Residential Youth Care Specialist, you will work the below rotating schedule:1st Shift: 7am-7pm or 2nd Shift: 7pm-7amWeek 1: Monday, Thursday, FridayWeek 2: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, SundayThis position requires mandatory attendance at a 4-day, 9am-5pm Therapeutic Crises Intervention training program prior to engaging with clients. All residential staff must pass a Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training and demonstrate proper physical Therapeutic techniques and holds.What does this position offer?Starting Pay Range: $17.00-$19.50 hourlyFantastic full-time benefits…3 weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10 paid holidays!Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance options401K MatchEducation ReimbursementReferral BonusEligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of serviceEligibility to apply for the state loan repayment program that repays up to $50,000 of student loansPaid time off for volunteering in the communityFree EAP servicesMileage ReimbursementiPhone and Laptop provided for eligible rolesMultiple opportunities for growthRequirementsMinimum Qualifications/Requirements:BA/BS Degree in the Human Services field strongly preferredHigh School diploma/GED and two years' relevant experience working with youth will be considered in lieu of BA/BS degreeProficient in Microsoft Office Suite application software, excellent written and oral communication skills.Excellent communication skills and a passion for working with youthAll potential job candidates must pass a drug screening test, and an extensive background check is required.Must have an active NC Driver's LicensePhysical RequirementsThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical demandsWhile performing the duties of this job, employees are required to walk, sit, use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Employees will perform a wide variety of physical tasks such as standing, walking, running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs and lifting of individuals, which requires strength, coordination, endurance, and agility. The employee must be agile enough to control and rapidly extricate him/herself and children and youths from buildings in case of an emergency. The employee must be capable of running a distance as required in the apprehension of a fleeing youth.You're the right fit for the Residential Youth Care Specialist position if…You have a passion for working with youth & adolescentsYou enjoy knowing you're making an IMPACT on the lives of othersEXCELLENCE, INNOVATION, COMMITMENT, CARING, AND INTEGRITY are important to youIf your qualifications meet the requirements of the job and you want to be part of a winning culture, don't delay! Apply where we are strengthening Children, Families, and Communities!Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Thompson participates in E-Verify