NEW Youth Treatment Specialist

<strong>Spencer Home provides a safe and structured environment for struggling males ages 17-21 to practice independent living skills, positioning them for a brighter future. At Spencer Home, youth get to test skills and knowledge in real-life situations, while maintaining structure and supervision; receive job assistance and interview training to help secure employment; and participate in weekly individual and family (if applicable) therapy. Join our team today to help youth in need.</strong>

Fort Wayne, IN

Spencer Home

<p><strong>Young men who have suffered traumatic experiences and are rejected by society for harmful actions shouldn&rsquo;t be denied a second chance. Rather than discrediting the potential of these young men, our team at Spencer Home provides a safe and structured environment to practice independent living skills, positioning them for a brighter future. At Spencer Home, youth get to test skills and knowledge in real-life situations, while maintaining structure and supervision; receive job assistance and interview training to help secure employment; and participate in weekly individual and family (if applicable) therapy. Our team is compassionate and cares about the success that these young men can achieve. Join our team today to help youth in need.</strong></p> https://spencerhome.org/

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Full-Time

Overview: <br />Work as a team with Lifeline staff to ensure Lifeline is able to follow the continuum of care for each resident. Serve as a mentor to each youth.
Responsibilities: <br /> <ul> <li>Receive in-service orientation and training in childcare methods.</li> <li>Maintain order, intervene in crisis situations, and administer proper and fair and constructive discipline consistent with Lifeline&rsquo;s policies.</li> <li>Maintain an understanding of each resident&rsquo;s treatment plan.</li> <li>Be aware of and carry out Lifeline&rsquo;s guidelines and practices as defined in Lifeline&rsquo;s procedure manual.</li> <li>Model and teach the balanced life concept in all interactions with residents.</li> <li>Be a positive role model to the residents by demonstrating high moral and ethical standards.</li> <li>Be active in discipleship interaction with residents and staff.</li> <li>Promptly complete Lifeline&rsquo;s incident reports when situations warrant reporting and ensure that they are forwarded to the Residential Program Coordinator.</li> <li>Attend all regularly scheduled staff meetings.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <br /><br /><strong>Qualifications:</strong><br /> <ul> <li>High school diploma/GED; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li> <li>Must be at least 21 years of age</li> <li>Must pass all background checks</li> <li>Exceptional people skills</li> <li>Problem-solving skills</li> </ul>