Direct Care Specialist for Children

Hinge Point Youth Homes is looking for Direct Support Specialists to serve up to eight children living in a children’s residential program. These children range in age from 7-17 and are most often a part of the foster care system. They have support needs such as medical, behavioral, developmental and basic living skills. As a Direct Care Specialist, you would work with a clinical team to provide the most appropriate and evidence-based services for the children. Direct Care Specialists will receive formal and on the job training in how to best meet the needs of each individual child. Most importantly, Direct Care Specialists will engage with each child to ensure that they are having positive experiences both in the home and in the community.

Hinge Point's core values are to have Christlike openness and trust, seek for learning & growth, appreciate each individual's worth, focus on family readiness, and finding hope for everyone's future.

Applicants will need to be able and comfortable with assisting residents with personal care and hygiene needs. Competitive candidates will demonstrate a desire to support these children in positive growth and development through developing positive relationships with the children in the home. Competitive candidates will also have a willingness to work with and follow guidance from clinical staff and contribute to programing and behavioral plans implemented for each individual. Finally, competitive staff will also have the desire to support the children in extracurricular activities and fun community outings.

Requirements for this posting:

Must be over 19 years of age

Have a high school degree or equivalent

Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance

Ability to work an 8-12 hour shift which may include days, nights and weekends

Be able to pass an enhanced background check

Have good communication skills

Adhere to the alcohol, drug and tobacco policy, which is no substances allowed on the property or in the presence of children.

Required Paid Training:

First Aid/CPR

Food Handlers Permit

Medication Administration

Additional Training Provided by Hinge Point

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $16