Position Title: Youth Care Professional
Responsible to: Core Program Manager I
Employment Status: Full-Time or Part-Time / Non-Exempt
Core Code / Position Code / WCC: 3 / 5321 / 8823

JOB SUMMARY
The Youth Care Professional (YCP) is responsible for providing direct care, supervision, and life-skills development to youth receiving services within Aspiranet residential and facility-based programs. Youth Care Professionals work in direct client contact roles as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) that includes Youth Care Professionals, Behavioral Health clinicians, and Social Work staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provides direct supervision and direct client contact with youth.
• Supports youth through daily routines and structured activities.
• Engages youth in educational, recreational, vocational, and independent living activities.
• Provides immediate crisis intervention support.
• Documents incidents and observations.
• Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to established menus, portion control standards, and dietary requirements, including special diets when prescribed.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control protocols in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, dining, and food storage areas.
• Monitor food inventory, notify supervisor of needed supplies, and assist with ordering as directed.
• Work cooperatively with clinical and program staff to support mealtime routines that foster a positive and respectful dining experience.

MEAL SUPPORT, FOOD SAFETY, AND LIFE SKILLS

• Supports youth during meal preparation, service, and cleanup.
• Ensures safe food handling and temperature monitoring.
• Coordinates with food service providers on census and dietary needs.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completes required documentation.
• Attends meetings, training, and supervision.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• One year as a YCP Partner with demonstrated performance of essential duties.
• A Bachelor of Art’s or Sciences Degree.
• Have completed 12 semester units of early childhood education, adolescent development, or foster and kinship care education.
• Have previously been employed as a staff or volunteer at a group home or short-term residential therapeutic center.
• Have relevant life experience in the child welfare, mental health or juvenile justice systems as a consumer, mentor or caregiver, or life experience with children who have experienced high levels of trauma, or other relevant experience as determined by the department.
• At least 1 year of experience in food preparation or food service.
• Food Handler Certification or ServSafe Certification.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and nutrition principles.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices.
• Ability to follow recipes and portion guidelines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency using a computer and Microsoft Office.

💻 Work Environment & Schedule

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet and, at all times is within safe OSHA standards.

Communication

      1.Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with coworkers, supervisors, and youths.

      2.Must be able to comprehend, follow, and clearly convey instructions to others.

      3.Must be computer proficient and be able to work on a computer for up to 40 hours per week.

Physical Activities

1. Work performed in a kitchen and dining setting within a mental health program.
2. Requires standing for extended periods, bending, lifting up to 30 lbs, and operating standard kitchen equipment.
3. Exposure to heat, steam, and cleaning chemicals.
4. May interact with clients during meal service in a clinical environment.
5. Must have the ability and skill to drive a vehicle

❤️ Why Aspiranet?

• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Access to the free Aspiranet Employee Perks Program. Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, wellness, pet care, gym memberships, theme parks, and more.
• Flexible Hybrid Schedule. Enjoy the mix of remote and in-office work, supporting work-life balance.
• Flexible paid time off including 11 paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 10 sick leave days, two diversity days, and paid birthday time off.
• Access to our employee assistance program including 24/7 crisis line; up to 6 counseling sessions per issue.
• Training opportunities are available to support your ongoing development and career aspirations.
• Collaborate in a supportive, inclusive, and mission-aligned culture.
• Opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives that support employee wellbeing.

🏋️‍ Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

This position typically operates in a standard office environment. The noise level is generally quiet and remains within OSHA’s established safety levels at all times.

⚖️ Equal Employment Opportunity

Aspiranet is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of diversity. We believe a diverse workforce within a culture of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) increases creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork for the youth and families that we serve and the organization as a whole.  Aspiranet strives to provide our employees with a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive of differing world views, cultures, and lived experiences.

📝️ How to Apply

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