Youth Care Worker

Youth Care Worker

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

• Be aware of children's whereabouts, maintain wellness and accountability reports; conduct routine checks at the following intervals: 30-minute, 15-minute, or 1:1 checks
• Be a supportive and positive role model for the development of social and other skills for all children
• Observe and assist children at meals and snack times, especially those with diet restrictions
• Keep the Shift Lead informed of changes in the appearance, behavior of the children, needs of supplies, and any areas of concern
• Assist as necessary with daily living activities, doctor appointments, outings, and case management
• Transport clients to and from outings, activities, between building floors, and to appointments
• Respond to emergencies and provide crisis intervention
• Ensure and safeguard the human and legal rights of those in the program
• Provide direct services to children to ensure a staff/client ratio is maintained in accordance with ORR regulations.
• Record behavior and interactions of the children with staff and peers; monitor and supervise children 1:1 or conduct frequent checks
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• $19.00 per hour PLUS $.50 per hour for working during 2nd shift hours and $1.00 per hour for working overnight and weekend hours.
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

• High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of direct care experience working with children.
• Experience in a residential or mental health treatment setting is preferred.
• Bilingual skills required in clients' spoken languages, Haitian Creole, and or French
• Must provide proof of Immunization for Varicella (2 doses), MMR (2 doses), Influenza (1 dose yearly), and Tdap (1 dose).
• Must have a valid driver's license with auto insurance coverage.

Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.