What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Worker/Direct Care position at Teen Challenge?
Responsible for supervising students in a residential setting: this includes but is not limited to knowing where student is at all times, ensure their health, safety, care and wellbeing.
Adheres to the center’s policies and procedures found in the Staff Personnel Manual and Parent/Student Handbook
Works to reach the goals of seeing effective spirit of ministry to students, appropriate and constant communication with Program Supervisors, deepening relationships within and among the other students, and dignity, support, and encouragement to all staff and students.
Works as team player: Provides co-staff with clear, articulate communication over recent events with students, voices concerns, and takes initiative with input and directives.
Maintains a level of cleanliness consistent with Teen Challenge standards in the dorm, outside the dorm, and in their personal areas.
Participates in all programmed events and leads different programmed activities as appointed by the Program Managers. Responsible to follow daily and weekly schedule
Provides Counselor with information appropriate for development of Treatment Plans and Reviews.
Utilizes appropriate forms (Med logs, Student Inventory, etc.) as need to provide necessary documentation.
Completes daily shift reflection
Summary
As a Youth Worker/Direct Care professional, you will be essential in providing compassionate support and care to individuals, particularly those with behavior issues and trauma based challenges. Reporting to the program manager/supervisors/directors, your role will involve assisting with daily living activities, ensuring safety, and fostering a nurturing environment for young adolescent boys . Join our dedicated team to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Overnight shift
Work Days:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $16