Family Care Worker

Program for Women with Children

(M-F and every other Weekend)

Summary of the Job:

A Family Care Worker is responsible for daily guidance/supervision of client at all times. The DCS assists client to achieve the goals of his/her individual service plan. The Direct Care Staff should be committed to Sanctuary practice utilizing tools that reinforce our shared language to create a trauma‑responsive culture.

This is a full‑time shift position.

• Maintain supervision of clients at all times.
• Daily documentation per program procedures.
• Lead the clients in establishing ways of living together and managing their daily productive lives per individual service plan.
• Develop and lead group meetings daily and/or as needed.
• Respond appropriately to crisis situations using Emergency Safety Interventions including the use of de‑escalating techniques and performing physical control positions when necessary.
• Transport clients as required.
• Utilize personal safety plan for managing emotions and interactions with staff and clients.
• Provide appropriate behavior management techniques according to agency guidelines.
• Help build and maintain a positive environment for clients.

• At least 25 years of age.
• High School/GED with five years of direct service experience with children and families, two years licensed childcare.
• OR
• Associates / Bachelor’s degree or higher in a behavioral or social science field with three years of direct service experience with children and families, two years licensed childcare.
• Have the physical ability, energy, flexibility, and maturity to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, including performance of Emergency Safety Interventions including physical control positions.
• Establish positive relationships with clients and others.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow structured routines.
• Basic computer skills (minimum Word and e‑mail).