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West Virginia Employer Behavioral Support Specialist in Charleston, West Virginia

BFOQ Must be 21 years of age or older. Must have a valid driver's license, reliable automobile, and insurance coverage. Must pass a criminal background check & Child and Adult Abuse Registry Check. Must demonstrate ability to work with children, youth and families. Must have a flexibility to work irregular shifts, evenings, weekends and overnights.** seeking responsible and caring individuals to provide direct care to children and youth in a youth emergency shelter setting. We are hiring for a variety of shifts at all of our shelter locations state-wide. What you will be doing: Supervise youth to include monitoring of structured daily routines (i.e., provide structure for wakeup and bedtime routines, supervise home study program, supervise daily chores, implement behavior management to provide effective learning and daily living skills). Provide programming, curriculum, creativity, resources, transportation, and homework assistance / tutoring to youth. Engage and lead youth in group and individual games, recreation, sports, art projects, and cultural activities. Provide meaningful observations of the youth, both oral and written, and make appropriate, accurate, and timely recommendations. Provide documentation and contact notes for all encounters and activities of youth. Assist others in assessing each youths individual needs in determining appropriate levels of intervention and recommendations on placement and treatment plans. Possess knowledge of background and information regarding every child under care. Supervise visits between youth and their families, as needed. Cook, clean, wash clothes and other household and facility responsibilities in compliance with USDA, and other pertinent licensing agencies. Provide minor first aid, ensure proper medical attention, and monitor medication schedules when needed. Assist in providing a clean, nurturing environment. Provide mentorship, support, and appropriate affection as a positive role model for youth. Participate in program staff meetings and trainings as requested and offered.

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