Child Care Worker Ccw Rehabilitative Service Associate Ccwrsa

Overview

This is an on-call position supporting at-risk youth, ages 14-19, who have experienced neglect or abuse by their caregivers. The role requires a compassionate, responsible individual dedicated to creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment.

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Job Title: Child Care Worker: MHP (Mental Health Professional) / RSA (Residential Support Associate)

Location: Ibukun Comprehensive Community Services, Inc. – Ayo Therapeutic Group Home (Chicago IL)

• Behavior Monitoring & Emotional Support:
  Actively monitor youth behavior and provide emotional support in line with trauma-informed care practices.
• Daily Living &
  
  Activities:
  
  Assist youth with daily routines, including meal preparation, personal hygiene, recreational activities, and maintaining a clean and organized home environment.
• Group Facilitation:
  Facilitate group sessions to promote positive social interaction, conflict resolution, and essential life skills.
• Crisis Intervention:
  De-Escalation Techniques:
  Apply Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) techniques in crisis situations to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.
• Behavior Treatment Plans (BTP):
  Follow individualized Behavior Treatment Plans for each youth, providing support aligned with the specified treatment strategies.
• Treatment Goals:
  Aid youth in achieving goals outlined in their IM CANS treatment plans.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  Service Notes:
  Accurately document daily interactions and progress in Service Notes. Incident Reports:
  Complete detailed Incident Reports as required, ensuring prompt notifications to supervisors and external stakeholders. Shift Communication:
  Utilize Shift Change Communication Logs to ensure consistent information sharing among staff members. Bedroom Checks:
  Conduct and document regular bedroom checks to maintain resident safety. Medication Disbursement:
  Pass medication to the youth as indicated on the prescription and document the youth’s compliance with his medication regimen in the medication log.
• Additional Duties:
  Monthly Meeting Attendance:
  Attend the “All-Staff Team Meetings” monthly. Training/Supervision Participation:
  Engage in training sessions and group and individual monthly supervisions for internal staff. Environment Maintenance:
  Clean and maintain the physical environment, ensuring rooms and common areas are safe and organized. Household Chores Supervision:
  Oversee and encourage youth in completing assigned household chores. Enforcing Program Rules:
  Enforce program rules, report any infractions to the supervisor, and provide reminders of consequences for both positive and negative behaviors. Youth Transportation:
  Transport youth to and from off-campus activities, ensuring proper supervision during these times. Positive Reinforcement:
  Emphasize the importance of boundaries and provide positive reinforcement for appropriate behaviors. Safety Assurance:
  Maintain a safe, stable, and supportive environment in the group home. Other Duties:
  Provide additional assigned duties related to position upon request.

• Skills
  :
  Empathy, resilience, knowledge of trauma-informed care, time management, punctuality, strong relationship-building abilities, and effective communication.
• Education
  :
  High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience
  :
  Prior experience in a residential or group home setting with abused or neglected youth and youth with behavioral challenges.
• Other Requirements
  :
• Valid Illinois driver’s license with a “State Acceptable” driving record, enabling the transportation of youth if the facility vehicle is unavailable.
• Updated driving insurance policy on file for agency personnel records.
• Good writing skills and literacy skills to document effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively with youth with special needs and demonstrate skills in working with youth served in the program.
• Strong commitment to the mission and philosophy of Ibukun Comprehensive Community Services (ICCS).
• High standards of honesty and integrity, serving as a credible role model for staff and youth.
• Pass a fingerprint background check by the Department of Children and Family Services.
• Previous residential care giver experience preferred.
• A minimum of a High School Diploma. Candidate is subjected to mandated background check per Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
• Previous (2) years residential/group home experience with abused/neglected children as well as with children with behavior management problems.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, and valid auto insurance.