Youth Care Worker

Teaches skills and monitors youth behavior in accordance with an individualized service plan.

Pay $18/hour

Schedule Full time, 10pm-8am, or 1pm-11pm; must be available on weekends

• Assists in the supervision and training of youth.

• Assesses and monitors youth skills and progress to determine skill development needs and priorities.

• Uses the Boys Town Model to teach and monitor behaviors and skills in accordance with individualized service plans.

• Monitors activities and maintains a safe living and learning environment for youth.

• Monitors, supports, and encourages academic performance and educational success.

• Models appropriate relationships with youth and staff.

• Attends consultation meetings, staff meetings, and shift transition meetings.

• Assists in processing documents for youth intake and departure, updates files, and assists in the preparation of youth summaries and reports.

• Observes and participates in mediation and planning conferences with youth and their families.

• Attends to youth medical and physical conditions as needed.

• Utilizes Boys Town vehicle to transport youth to and from school, appointments, and outings.

• Monitors environment and ensures safe and secure conditions for youth.

• Ensures safety in accordance with policies and procedures including youth safety, outings, and reporting guidelines.

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to youth care.

• Ability to communicate in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining necessary degree of confidentiality.

• Ability to build and sustain trust to facilitate successful, professional relationships.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum 21 years of age required.

• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record and pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required.

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At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.