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, fosters diversity, equality, inclusion, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO :

The Youth Care Worker is a non-exempt position responsible for the well-being and safety of children at the Unaccompanied Children Program.

• 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 Shift Lead informed of changes in appearance of behavior of the children, needed 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's 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.

WHAT WE OFFER :

• $18.16 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!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

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

WHO WE ARE :

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture or gender identity.

Our programs span a broad human service spectrum, from behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation or home care assistance for the elderly.

GCJFCS offers an opportunity to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor's and Master's level practicum and internships.

For license-eligible candidates, we offer both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to fulfill state requirements at no cost to the employee.

Gulf Coast JFCS is an equal opportunity employer. Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior.

Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers' compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

EOE / Drug-Free Workplace / E-Verify