Youth Behavioral Specialist - Overnight Only in Appleton, Wisconsin at Agape of Appleton

Overnight Only

Program: This is a level 5 foster home. In this program we have 1 teenage boy and the staffing is 1-on-1.

Benefits:

• $0 premium health insurance options
• Low premium dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance plans
• Flex and health savings accounts
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Bonus opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Time and one-half for hours worked on recognized holidays.
• 1 week vacation and 6 PTO days in the first year
• Paid training and continuing education
• Room for growth within the company
• Fun, supportive, and diverse work environment

Responsibilities:

• Assist individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, making meals, toileting, administering medication, and transportation, while following their individualized support plans.
• Support youth in a variety of settings and plan recreational activities.
• Follow established menus and dietary restrictions, while maintaining adequate food/supplies.
• Encourage personal growth and development.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must pass background checks pursuant to the Wisconsin Caregiver’s Background Check Law and WI DCF 56 licensing requirements.
• Be mentally and physically capable of assisting participants based on their needs.
• A strong passion for helping others with mental and physical disabilities.
• Ability to make decisions in emergency situations or day to day crisis management.
• Need to stay awake during the entire overnight shift.
• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

About Agape of Appleton: A non-profit human services agency providing residential support services to individuals with differing abilities

Our Mission: Enrich the lives of our residents by assisting them with their day-to-day tasks.

Agape of Appleton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, or national origin. Minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with the ADA, Agape will make reasonable accommodations to a qualified applicant (or existing employee) with a known physical or intellectual disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship according to ADA guidelines. Should you be chosen, employees are required to pass a pre-employment physical, TB test, and background checks.