Ability to remain alert and responsive during all shifts, including overnights and extended hours.
Ability to walk, stand, sit, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, and climb stairs frequently throughout the day.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Ability to perform physical intervention or de-escalation techniques if required, consistent with agency-approved crisis management protocols.
Sufficient vision and hearing to observe and monitor client behaviors and ensure safety in indoor and outdoor settings.
Ability to operate standard household equipment (e.g., washer, dryer, kitchen appliances).
Manual dexterity to write legibly, operate a computer, and perform light cleaning and household duties.
Ability to work in a variety of environments, including indoor residential settings and outdoor recreational spaces, in all weather conditions.
Ability to drive and maintain eligibility to operate agency vehicles, if required for transporting youth.
Ability to transport youth in agency van.
Certified CPR/First Aid, and crisis intervention required.
Valid Florida driver's license
Proof of active insurance
High school diploma, GED or equivalency completion certification required.
One (1) year experience working with youth/troubled youth in an organized/structured setting preferred.
Willingness to respond to requests for coverage with minimal notice.
Lutheran 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.