Youth Care Specialist Part Time
Lutheran Services FloridaFlorida, United States
Posted December 22, 2025
Part Time
About the Company
Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is a non‑profit organization dedicated to strengthening families and communities across the Sunshine State. Since its founding in 1982, LSF delivers more than 60 programs—including early childhood education, youth shelters, foster care, refugee resettlement, substance‑abuse treatment, and adult guardianship—to roughly 1 in 50 Floridians each year. With a workforce of around 1,400 employees headquartered in Tampa, the organization leverages a statewide network to provide integrated social, mental‑health, and advocacy services. LSF’s distinctive impact stems from its holistic, faith‑based approach that combines evidence‑based practices with a commitment to dignity and empowerment for vulnerable populations.
Job Description
Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is seeking a talented Youth Care Specialist who wants to make an impact in the lives of others. The Youth Care Specialist will supervise youth ages 10-17, provide quality care, and ensure a safe and secure environment.
Requirements
- Provide supportive environment for youth.
- Provide daily security and up-keep of facility.
- As directed, participate in the implementation and monitoring of client case plans.
- Participate in various in-service training sessions.
- Attend staff meetings, as directed.
- Assist with supervision of residents during activities.
- Effectively manages behavior and supervision of residents during activities.
- Assign and supervise chores.
- Prepare meals as needed.
- Screen clients, conduct initial intakes and administer client satisfaction surveys when so directed.
- Complete required initial paperwork for clients.
- Oversee shelter clients self-administering all medication.
- Performs other duties as assigned.