Youth Care Worker 1st Shift

Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Job : |
Location: US-TX-Katy |
Type:
Regular Full-Time | # of Openings: 2

Category:
Refugee Resettlement Shelters Upbring

1st Shift: 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values:

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head‑on with unwavering loyalty and passion.
• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive.
• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.

The Youth Care Worker is responsible for providing direct care and supervision, maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for Unaccompanied Children (UC), and intervening to de‑escalate situations as needed. This role ensures compliance with Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) licensing standards, agency policies, program guidelines, and all applicable federal, state, CARF, and local regulatory requirements. Youth Care Workers are also expected to report incidents in a timely manner and follow appropriate protocols to ensure the safety and well‑being of the children in their care.

• Conduct intake services for incoming UC, including paperwork, assessments, providing an overview of program services, and assisting with initial placement and orientation.
• Provide basic needs upon arrival, including meals, clothing, hygiene products, shower, and bedroom assignment; assist with daily routines such as wake‑up, bedtime, personal care, chores, homework, meals, and recreational activities.
• Supervise UC and enforce appropriate behavior limits, in accordance with their individual treatment and behavior plan, while maintaining compliance with ORR standards.
• Perform behavior management and crisis intervention, ensuring the safety and well‑being of UC, and providing 1:1 monitoring as directed by management or the clinical team.
• Maintain a safe and organized environment by cleaning, organizing, and ensuring the UC living space is conducive to their well‑being.
• Document interactions and interventions in accordance with individual behavior plans, progress notes, and ORR standards, including any behavior incidents and general observations.
• Assist UC with social skills, anger management, and daily living skills, providing support and guidance to help them achieve their daily goals.
• Accompany UC on outings and activities, promoting community inclusion and ensuring safety during transport to appointments, outings, and other scheduled events.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with management, staff, UC, and volunteers, ensuring the program goals and objectives are being met.
• Must assist in the evacuation of UC during emergencies, such as inclement weather or natural disasters, ensuring their safety and well‑being in unforeseen situations.
• Attend meetings and training, maintaining the required training hours per licensing and ORR standards.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• One (1) year employment experience in the child welfare field working with children and/or adolescents.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, based on service area and service population.
• Must be able to work extended shifts during periods of influx, including 12‑hour shifts at least once a week or more.
• Ability to use visual and auditory awareness within the work environment to ensure the safety and well‑being of the residents.
• Demonstrated ability to…