Youth Care Worker

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Youth Care Worker is a non-exempt position responsible for the well-being and safety of children at the Unaccompanied Children Program.

• Be aware of children’s whereabouts, maintain wellness and accountability reports; conduct routine checks at the following intervals: 30-minute, 15-minute, or 1:1 checks
• Be a supportive and positive role model for the development of social and other skills for all children
• Observe and assist children at meals and snack times, especially those with diet restrictions
• Keep the Shift Lead informed of changes in the appearance, behavior of the children, needs of supplies, and any areas of concern
• Assist as necessary with daily living activities, doctor appointments, outings, and case management
• Transport clients to and from outings, activities, between building floors, and to appointments
• Respond to emergencies and provide crisis intervention
• Ensure and safeguard the human and legal rights of those in the program
• Provide direct services to children to ensure a staff/client ratio is maintained in accordance with ORR regulations.
• Record behavior and interactions of the children with staff and peers; monitor and supervise children 1:1 or conduct frequent checks
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $18.44 per hour PLUS $.50 per hour for working during 2nd shift hours and $1.00 per hour for working overnight and weekend hours.
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED