Thank you in advance for your interest in working at Carolina Youth Development Center.
Every day, our caring and qualified employees make an important difference in the lives of at risk youth in the Lowcountry, protecting their childhood and preparing them for adulthood. Together, our dedicated staff works hard to change the lives of these young people and their families, helping them to become successful adults.
Join our team for a chance to make a positive change in a child’s future.
Relief Counselor
Evenings, Overnights or Weekends
Dynamic candidate will facilitate treatment goals and counsel youth in residential programs located in Charleston County. Candidate will possess skills in motivation and contribute to the success of the program’s counseling team. Must have a Bachelor’s degree in the human services field and at least six months experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must also have a valid SC driver’s license with a good driving record, and ability to work flexible hours. This is an entry level position with great opportunity for upward mobility.
To apply for this position, fax 843-266-5219, email to hr[at]cydc.org or send your resume with cover letter and salary requirement to HR, 5055 Lackawanna Blvd., North Charleston, SC 29405.
Site Coordinator – Freedom Schools®
This position will work in our Freedom Schools summer program which will run from June until the end of July 2012. The site coordinator should be experienced in working with large groups of children and in partnerships with young adults. He or she must be responsible, energetic, able to think on his or her feet, well organized and a strong role model. He or she may have worked in the past as a CDF Freedom Schools servant leader intern or in a similar position. The site coordinator should have strong leadership skills with empathy for children and their parents. He or she should be familiar with the culture and dynamics of the community, committed to the goals of the CDF Freedom Schools program, and able to work collaboratively with all program constituents. The responsibilities are as follows:
- Manage the day-to-day activities of the site and ensure servant leader interns have necessary materials and supplies for the classroom and students
- Provide guidance, support, encouragement, and constructive feedback to servant leader interns
- Maintain team spirit among site staff and conducting debrief sessions at the end of each day. During the debrief sessions, they provide technical assistance and feedback to the servant leader interns on all aspects of their work
- Design and coordinate parent workshops and other parental involvement initiatives, or assisting the parent coordinator or other designee
- Work with the project director to keep the lines of communication open between parents, staff, and sponsor(s)
Must be at least 21 years old and have completed at least one year of college. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written skills are required. Must also be available to attend orientation training March 15-18 and June 1-10, 2012.
To apply, send resume with cover letter to: Human Resources, 5055 Lackawanna Boulevard, North Charleston, SC 29405, Fax (843) 266-5219, or via email to hr[at]cydc.org.
Human Services Professional
In this position, you will work with children in a group home for adolescent males and females. As part of a dynamic team, you will be responsible for overseeing the assessment and behavior management process and providing supervision and training to staff on behavior issues. Position requires a Master’s degree in a human services field, superior oral and written communication skills and 2 to 3 years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a valid SC driver’s license with a good driving record.
To apply, send resume with cover letter to: Human Resources, 5055 Lackawanna Boulevard, North Charleston, SC 29405, Fax (843) 266-5219, or via email to hr[at]cydc.org.
Freedom Schools® Interns
This position will work in our Freedom Schools summer program which will run from June until the end of July 2012. Freedom Schools interns are responsible for the front-line care and nurturing of the children. Using the Integrated Reading Curriculum, they serve as facilitators in the classroom and as leaders of parent workshops and community outreach activities. The responsibilities are as follows:
- Deliver the Integrated Reading Curriculum to a class of no more than ten students for 6 to 8 weeks during the summer months, according to the standards developed by the Children’s Defense Fund and the local program sponsor
- Set up and breakdown of his/her classroom space, including securing and organizing the appropriate materials
- Collaborate with the staff to establish and maintain a supportive and structured environment for the children entrusted to their care
- Serve as a Harambee! Leader each day of program operation
- Serve as a leader of afternoon activities and other special events: chaperone field trips
- Participate fully in the June National Training from June 3 – 10, 2012
Applicants must be between age 19 and 30, have completed at least one year of college and have plans to complete college degree. Maintain or have graduated with at least a 2.5 GPA. They must have the ability to motivate others and have a positive and professional attitude. Must also have excellent written and verbal skills.
To apply, send resume with cover letter to: Human Resources, 5055 Lackawanna Boulevard, North Charleston, SC 29405, Fax (843) 266-5219, or via email to hr[at]cydc.org.
UPDATED: February 21, 2012
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