Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development children. CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty.

OUR MISSION

Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children.

OUR VISION

Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multi-cultural communities across generations.

OUR VALUES

HOPE values: Humility, Ownership, Perseverance, Engagement

We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 15 Paid Holidays in a Year (16 in an Election Year), Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans, Opt-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more.

Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities!

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Life Skills Specialist (Part-time float) is responsible for assisting in the coordination of residential services and providing professional treatment and care to participants in the residential programs. The position provides quality youth care and close intensive supervision of youths in a residential treatment setting. In addition, this position is responsible for providing skills training services to youths, tracking and reporting on youth's treatment progress and providing peer leadership. Serves as the primary staff responsible for a shift in the milieu, in addition to their regular Life Skills Specialist duties. Provides clear and meaningful feedback to other members of the program staff supervises shift staff. Shares observations and concerns regarding individual participants with staff.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma/GED/Equivalent from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.

EXPERIENCE

• Over two years, up to and including four years. Counseling and supervising experience preferred.
• Experience working in residential, education, or working with adolescents and youth.