Youth Care Worker

Where Hope Lives is a Christ-centered, regional non-profit organization combatting the impact of child sexual exploitation (CSE) and human trafficking. Our Where Hope Lives Children's Campus (formerly known as Natalie's House) provides high quality residential services to children and young adult females. We are one of a handful of organizations within the United States specializing in the care of CSE. We are a Christ-centered organization that is committed to interdisciplinary collaboration to bring about holistic healing to the clients we serve. Check us out at WhereHopeLives.org

Where Hope Lives is accredited through the Citygate Network of Christian Social Service Providers. The most successful candidates for this portion will have an understanding and previous experience of how to deliver Christ-centered social services.

Caution - While this position can be very rewarding, it is also very challenging. Some have found it extremely difficult to work with teen girls who have significant trauma. People who have previous experience working in high acuity behavioral health residential facilities will be the most successful and fulfilled in this position.

We have immediate openings for Youth Care Workers to provide support and act as caregivers to the youth in our care.

Days may vary based on availability

Seasonal with potential for full-time employment and/or full-time options available.

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Youth Workers to join our team. A successful candidate will provide support and care to children and young adults ensuring their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. The role requires a strong understanding of special education principles, behavioral health strategies, and caregiving practices. The ideal candidate will be passionate about empowering young people and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality services.

Responsibilities:

• Functions as a behavior example to children through use of role modeling.
• Always monitors the behavior and activities of children; reports any concerns regarding the health, safety, or well-being of clients to the Executive Director or other appropriate authority.
• Provides for and maintains a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment.
• Follows and implements a daily schedule.
• Consistently and fairly applies house rules, policies, and behavior expectations for children at Where Hope Lives Children's Program.
• Enhances child’s positive social skills and assists in helping to develop youth’s self control.
• Supports positive group interaction.
• Assists in the planning and implementation of individual treatment plans, supports the child’s goals, encourages, and assists the child with achieving her goals.
• Responsible for maintenance of housekeeping and cooking of meals, as needed.
• Responsible for providing assistance and direction with educational activities of children.
• Monitors all children during sleeping hours by making periodic bed checks as required by policy and individual needs.
• Conducts security/safety checks and removes dangerous items
• Assists with educational, social, and recreational activities.
• Utilizes Standard Precautions in every circumstance.
• Attends and participates in meetings as required.
• Attends training/in-services as required.
• Completes Incident Reports in a timely fashion.
• Speaks positively about the organization and staff members when speaking to the public.

Required Qualifications, Clearances, and Experience

• Education Minimum: High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
• One (1) year or More of Experience Working Directly with At-Risk-Youth, Child Care, Group Home, or Child Welfare required
• AZ Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card Required
• Valid Arizona Driver's License with Acceptable Driving History Required
• Pediatric CPR and First Aid Preferred
• CPI, CIT, or Prevention and Support Certification Preferred
• Food Handler's Card Preferred
• Minimum Age: 18 years old
• Bona-fide Occupational Qualification: Female

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Every weekend

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo background checks within local, state, and/or federal regulations?

Experience:

• Professional Childcare: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR and First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• Arizona Driver's License (Required)
• Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Buckeye, AZ 85326 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $16