Direct Care Staff
Listed on 2026-08-24
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Social Work
HOME OF HOPE seeks Direct Care Staff to support children and young mothers in a faith-based residential program. In this role, you will provide hands-on supervision, ensure safety and structure, and model positive behaviors in a nurturing, trauma-informed environment. Responsibilities include assisting with daily routines and life skills, transporting residents to school and appointments, and accurately documenting behaviors and progress. You will collaborate with counselors and case managers to carry out individualized care plans, respond appropriately to crises, and uphold program rules and house expectations.
As part of a mission-driven, compassionate team, you will help residents build stability, resilience, and hope while gaining meaningful experience in youth development, family services, and faith-centered community care.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care and supervision to children and young mothers in a residential setting
- Ensure safety, structure, and adherence to house rules and program guidelines
- Support residents with daily living activities, routines, and life skills development
- Build trusting, trauma informed relationships using patience and empathy
- Observe, document, and report resident behaviors, progress, and concerns
- Assist with transportation to appointments, school, and program activities as needed
- Collaborate with counselors, case managers, and supervisors on individual care plans
- Participate in faith-centered, mission-driven programming and role model positive values
- Respond calmly to crises or conflicts and follow incident and safety protocols
- Maintain a clean, orderly, and nurturing living environment
Required Skills
- Resident supervision and safety monitoring
- Trauma-informed care practices
- Behavior observation and documentation
- Basic counseling and de-escalation techniques
- Life skills coaching (ADLs, routines, hygiene)
- Crisis response and incident reporting
- Time management and shift work reliability
- Team collaboration and communication
- Basic computer and documentation skills
- Safe driving and transportation of clients
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