Residential Care Providers - GRO Program in Garland

Overview

Jonathan's Place is accepting applications for a full-time Residential Care Providers
. Residential Care Providers will be responsible for daily care and supervision of residents placed in our GTP Program (Girls Treatment Program). This position serves as direct care staff in a residential setting for girls who are victims of abuse/neglect. The girls' ages range from 10-17.

Open Positions:

• PM Shift 2:30pm to 10:30pm
• Weekend Shift 6:30pm to 10:30pm

• Engages in a trauma informed model of programming to provide physical and emotional safety for residents.
• Supervises residents in various activities in order to observe and promote positive social behavior effect changes in their social behavior.
• Models and teaches life skills to clients that will help them develop interpersonal relationships and social skills.
• Communication and computer documentation of resident activities and behaviors.
• Administration of psychotropic medication and/or other prescribed medications.
• Monitor completion of daily hygiene routines/chores.
• Provide crisis intervention and conflict resolution as needed.
• Provide transportation and accompaniment to outside appointments (medical, dental, etc.).
• Other daily duties including meal preparation, laundry, and light housekeeping.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with children who have experienced trauma.
• Knowledge of child development and behavior management.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Non-profit Organizations