Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong,and communities are vibrant .LSF is looking for a talented Bilingual Youth Care Specialist who wants to make an impact in the lives of youth ages 10-17! Flexible schedules required!The schedule required for this role is 2nd shift rotation or overnights! 10-hour shifts (12:00 PM – 10:00 PM) and 8-hour shifts (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM).There is a pay differential for each shift.Purpose & ImpactThis is a direct service delivery position. The Youth Care Specialist supervises residents, provides quality care, ensures a safe and secure environment and transports and accompanies residents with outside activities. You will be the role model and encourage each resident to pursue educational growth as well as everyday life skills.Essential FunctionsProvide 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.Physical RequirementsAbility and flexibility to work extended hours and be flexible with scheduling.Valid state driver's license and proof of auto insurance.EducationMust possess a high school diploma or equivalent.ExperienceExperience working with youth/troubled youth in an organized/structured setting preferred.Skills/AbilitiesDependability, discretion, and good judgement are essential.Ability to establish effective relationships with clients, co-workers and the general public.Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.Team player with co-workers and administrators.Certified CPR/First Aid, crisis intervention within the first 90 days of employment.Bilingual in Spanish is requiredWhy work for LSF?LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within theorganization.Amazing benefits package includingMedical, Dental and VisionTelehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)13 paid holidays + 1 floating holidayGenerous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)Note: Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursementEqual Opportunity EmployerLutheran Services Florida is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Additionally, pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), Lutheran Services Florida must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements. For more information on background screening requirements please visit: employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Organization Overview: Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is an organization that is guided by big ideas and these guiding principles create an imperative to serve that compels LSF to build on organizational strengths, overcome weaknesses and create effective programs in response to human suffering and need. The mission, values, vision and ends polices guide the work of LSF. These guiding principles also shape the advocacy and promotion efforts of the organization, which focus on the needs of the vulnerable, overcoming barriers to service and positioning LSF to effectively respond to opportunities.
The LSF business model responds to a rapidly changing service landscape with an aggressive growth strategy. That growth is predicated on methodical pursuit of entrepreneurial opportunities and the maintenance of a new program "pipeline." Established more than 30 years ago, LSF provides value by developing and competently deploying efficient organizational structures; effective operating policies and procedures; accountable management systems and processes; and expertise in the form of personnel, strategic alliances or purchased services.
We have over 60 Programs throughout Florida, an operating budget of over $210 million dollars and 1,400 employees. Head Start was established by the Federal government in 1966. LSF is a Head Start grantee. Our Head Start Programs are in multiple counties throughout Florida providing multiple program options including center base, family childcare, home base, pregnant mothers, infants and toddlers.
Vision
“Ready for School, Prepared for Life”
Mission
To educate, equip, and empower children, families and staff through partnership and efficient data driven systems to close the achievement gap.