Shrub Oak International School
Youth Care Specialist (YCS) - The Pines
Shrub Oak International School, Lake Mohegan, New York, United States
Overview
Job Title: Youth Care Specialist (YCS). Reports to: Residential Manager. Department: The Pines. Compensation: $25 per hour. Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. Our curriculum is based on evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education. The Pines at Shrub Oak is a 24-bed, coeducational, interim residential placement for students on the autism spectrum who may need significant psychiatric support and stabilization before transitioning to a less restrictive environment. Students at the Pines receive psychiatric services in addition to academic and life skills instruction in a safe, supportive environment with a 2:1 student to staff ratio. Essential Functions
The Youth Care Specialist (YCS) is an hourly position reporting to the Residential Manager or Evening/Oversight Supervisor. In collaboration with education, clinical, and residential staff, the YCS provides front line direct care and administrative support for daily operations. The YCS guides and mentors students, assists with emergency response procedures, and collaborates with Shrub Oak staff. The YCS serves as a coach and mentor to students, works with colleagues to create and maintain an inclusive community, and fosters skill development to meet individualized needs of The Pines student population. The YCS helps create and maintain a DBT milieu within The Pines and supports, and helps facilitate DBT skills groups for youth. Access to confidential information requires discretion and independent judgment. Manage the day-to-day direct care needs, operations and programs of students at The Pines Develop and maintain trusting, respectful relationships with students to understand their interests, needs and goals, and to maintain a positive and cooperative environment Support student learning and skill development both in and outside of the classroom Complete administrative tasks, including move-in/move-out assistance, shift logs, incident reports, intervention plans and progress tracking Proactively work with students in crisis to de-escalate situations using The Pines protocol Attend to and report emergencies and other situations requiring immediate attention to appropriate staff in accordance with The Pines policies/procedures Facilitate on-campus and off-campus programming and community development based on student needs outlined by the Individualized Trans-disciplinary Education Plan (ITEP) and support plans Advise, support and mentor students on life skills in collaboration with other disciplines within The Pines Support individualized ITEP and other developmental goals for each student, collaborating with the ITEP team including documenting efforts and progress Develop, present, track, and evaluate educational programs for students Attend all required meetings and seminars as scheduled, including staff orientation/training Support other department responsibilities as needed and determined Work cohesively with all members of the student’s care team Note:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties may change or be added at any time with or without notice. Requirements
Experience & Education High-School Diploma and relevant combination of post-secondary education and experience in residential, psychiatric, or academic settings required; bachelor’s degree preferred At least 2 years minimum of relevant or related professional experience required Previous experience working in special education and behavioral intervention strongly preferred DBT experience preferred Skills & Abilities Exceptional written communication skills, for documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and other administrative tasks Ability to adapt approach of care based on presenting needs of students Exceptional verbal communication skills Skilled in managing challenging behaviors and de-escalation techniques Comfortability managing crisis behavior and collaborating with staff around crisis management Ability and willingness to learn new skills Ability to display grit and resilience and maintain composure Strong ability to build relationships with students and peers Strong ability to process and retain information and to think critically and analytically during crisis Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment Ability to handle highly challenging behaviors, including aggressive behavior Computer proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other software Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required trainings Benefits
Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance Flexible spending account (FSA) Paid time off (PTO) 401k w/ company match Tuition/Professional development assistance Employee assistance program (EAP) Employee discounts Physical Requirements/Demands
A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; sustained concentration is required. Standing for sustained periods, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), and moving between buildings may be needed. May lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture. Work Environment
We are a boarding school on a 127-acre campus. Work occurs in indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside classrooms or educational environments, and may occur within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by stairs and elevators. EEO Statement
Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and perform essential job functions. Please advise if you require a reasonable accommodation. Please note
SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping is prohibited indoors and outdoors. Non-compliance may result in disciplinary action up to termination.
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Job Title: Youth Care Specialist (YCS). Reports to: Residential Manager. Department: The Pines. Compensation: $25 per hour. Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. Our curriculum is based on evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education. The Pines at Shrub Oak is a 24-bed, coeducational, interim residential placement for students on the autism spectrum who may need significant psychiatric support and stabilization before transitioning to a less restrictive environment. Students at the Pines receive psychiatric services in addition to academic and life skills instruction in a safe, supportive environment with a 2:1 student to staff ratio. Essential Functions
The Youth Care Specialist (YCS) is an hourly position reporting to the Residential Manager or Evening/Oversight Supervisor. In collaboration with education, clinical, and residential staff, the YCS provides front line direct care and administrative support for daily operations. The YCS guides and mentors students, assists with emergency response procedures, and collaborates with Shrub Oak staff. The YCS serves as a coach and mentor to students, works with colleagues to create and maintain an inclusive community, and fosters skill development to meet individualized needs of The Pines student population. The YCS helps create and maintain a DBT milieu within The Pines and supports, and helps facilitate DBT skills groups for youth. Access to confidential information requires discretion and independent judgment. Manage the day-to-day direct care needs, operations and programs of students at The Pines Develop and maintain trusting, respectful relationships with students to understand their interests, needs and goals, and to maintain a positive and cooperative environment Support student learning and skill development both in and outside of the classroom Complete administrative tasks, including move-in/move-out assistance, shift logs, incident reports, intervention plans and progress tracking Proactively work with students in crisis to de-escalate situations using The Pines protocol Attend to and report emergencies and other situations requiring immediate attention to appropriate staff in accordance with The Pines policies/procedures Facilitate on-campus and off-campus programming and community development based on student needs outlined by the Individualized Trans-disciplinary Education Plan (ITEP) and support plans Advise, support and mentor students on life skills in collaboration with other disciplines within The Pines Support individualized ITEP and other developmental goals for each student, collaborating with the ITEP team including documenting efforts and progress Develop, present, track, and evaluate educational programs for students Attend all required meetings and seminars as scheduled, including staff orientation/training Support other department responsibilities as needed and determined Work cohesively with all members of the student’s care team Note:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties may change or be added at any time with or without notice. Requirements
Experience & Education High-School Diploma and relevant combination of post-secondary education and experience in residential, psychiatric, or academic settings required; bachelor’s degree preferred At least 2 years minimum of relevant or related professional experience required Previous experience working in special education and behavioral intervention strongly preferred DBT experience preferred Skills & Abilities Exceptional written communication skills, for documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and other administrative tasks Ability to adapt approach of care based on presenting needs of students Exceptional verbal communication skills Skilled in managing challenging behaviors and de-escalation techniques Comfortability managing crisis behavior and collaborating with staff around crisis management Ability and willingness to learn new skills Ability to display grit and resilience and maintain composure Strong ability to build relationships with students and peers Strong ability to process and retain information and to think critically and analytically during crisis Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment Ability to handle highly challenging behaviors, including aggressive behavior Computer proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other software Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required trainings Benefits
Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance Flexible spending account (FSA) Paid time off (PTO) 401k w/ company match Tuition/Professional development assistance Employee assistance program (EAP) Employee discounts Physical Requirements/Demands
A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; sustained concentration is required. Standing for sustained periods, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), and moving between buildings may be needed. May lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture. Work Environment
We are a boarding school on a 127-acre campus. Work occurs in indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside classrooms or educational environments, and may occur within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by stairs and elevators. EEO Statement
Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and perform essential job functions. Please advise if you require a reasonable accommodation. Please note
SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping is prohibited indoors and outdoors. Non-compliance may result in disciplinary action up to termination.
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