What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Support Youth Caregiver position at Children's Home Network?
Job Title
Developmental Youth Caregiver
Pay & Benefits
- Starting Base Pay: $20.00-$21.00 Per Hour
- Night Shift Differential Pay: $1.00 Per Hour
- Overtime Opportunities
- Day and Overnight Shift Opportunities
- Health, Dental, and Life Insurance Options
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Job Summary
The Youth Caregiver provides supervision, care, and a positive relationship for youth ages 6-17 with developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and intellectual disabilities, residing in a therapeutic group home setting. This role includes providing support and guidance with daily living skills, hygiene and self-care.
The core responsibilities of this position include:
- Serving as a positive influence in the lives of youth through healthy relationship.
- Planning and engaging youth in recreational activities.
- Teaching youth life skills.
- Managing daily routines in the residential cottage.
- Providing trauma informed care and utilizing positive behavior management techniques when working with youth to prevent potential problematic behavior, promote positive behavior, and de-escalate incidents. (Training in de-escalation and behavior management models, CPI and TOOLS, provided onsite.)
- Providing supervision and monitoring through positive engagement with youth.
- Ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the cottage environment.
- Transporting youth to and from activities and other appointments.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED Equivalent
- At least one (1) year of experience working with at-risk children and families or working in a residential setting. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
- Experience working with individuals that have been diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities strongly preferred but not required.
- At least 21 years of age.
- First Aid and CPR certified or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire (classes available onsite).
- Valid Florida driver’s license with no record of criminal driving offense or license suspension.
- Insurable under CHN’s current auto insurance policy.
- Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Must successfully complete and maintain FDLE clearance, Federal background, and state criminal background check and sexual predator screening.
EEO/ADA/DFWP
Salary : $20 - $21
