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Youth Care Worker
2 months ago
VQ operates around the nation, providing care services such as residential programming, community-based services, and in-home services for children and their families. We work with state and federal governments to go where the need is greatest and give back to communities that need our services the most. Regardless of the circumstances and background that a child comes from, we believe they deserve an opportunity for a good life.
Position eligible for $1,500 sign on bonus
The Youth Care Worker (YCW) provides direct care supervision for children placed in a VQ residential setting. This
role is responsible for fostering a safe environment that facilitates learning and behavioral management in a
supportive manner in accordance with VQ, local state and federal policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Child Supervision and Engagement:
o Provide direct supervision of children in care and maintain line of sight at all times.
o Provide oversight during recreation, mealtime, leisure time, and play.
o Develops positive rapport with youth while serving as a role model to create a safe and
caring environment utilizing a trauma informed approach.
o Teach, coach, and supervise children in activities of daily living including morning,
bedtime, and overnight procedures, hygiene and cleanliness, housekeeping, meals,
intramurals, sports, academics, and extracurricular activities both on and off facility.
o Interact with children including playing games or during recreational time.
o Conducts orientation, intake and property inventory upon the child's arrival, including
completion of paperwork, and overview of program services and program rules.
o Provides essential needs to children such as clothing, hygiene products, shower, bedroom
assignments, and cooking meals when needed.
o Assists with the planning and coordination of special educational events, acculturation
activities, holiday celebrations, recreational outings, and school drop off/pick-ups.
o Assist with children's legal, medical, and dental appointments.
o Assist with child reunifications.
o Administer over the counter and prescribed medications.
• Safety:
o Maintain a safe, clean, and hazard-free facility by maintaining clean common areas,
restrooms, kitchen, laundry, and outdoor areas.
o Responsible for reporting all maintenance and supply needs.
o Assist in the evacuation of children as needed due to inclement weather conditions,
natural disasters, or other unforeseen occurrences.
o Responsible for the documentation of the child's progress, behavior, and health while in
care.
o Observe, report, and document identified behavior patterns and required information that
merit documentation such as progress notes, close observation, nightwatch checklist, bed
check logs, outing logs, incident reports, transfers, etc.
Youth Care Worker | Date Effective: 04/08/2024
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• Training and Compliance:
o Assist with providing training to new hires regarding role responsibilities within the
VisionQuest.
o Participate in departmental, all staff, mandatory, and needed training opportunities.
o Follow Occupational Health and Safety protocols.
• Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor(s).
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Must be able to demonstrate ability to be culturally sensitive and understanding of all children served.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Must be able to assist with emergency situations.
• Demonstrate and maintain emotional intelligence for effective self-care and as a role-model for the youth
care worker team.
• Ability to follow established policies and procedures.
• Ability to collaborate with peers, colleagues, and others to achieve mission goals and objectives.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• High school diploma or equivalent degree.
• 1 year employment experience in the child welfare field working with children and/or adolescents in a social
service setting.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Flexible schedule (evening, weekends, holidays) to facilitate program services.
• Cleared tuberculosis test results.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.
• Must be able to provide proof of required vaccinations.
• Cleared background checks from appropriate entities, including Child Abuse and Neglect and FBI
criminal background.
• Obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible to drive to facilitate program services as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• May lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds
infrequently.
• Performs tasks that may involve standing or walking 50% of the day; sitting 50%of the day.
• May bend, stoop, reach and grasp as necessary.
• Must be able to provide First Aid and CPR.
• Must be able to perform physical holds as instructed in Crisis Prevention Intervention training
(CPI).
At VisionQuest, we are committed to supporting the well-being and future of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family have access to the best healthcare. Additionally, we provide a competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan, helping you plan and invest for your future. Join our team and experience a workplace that values your health, security, and long-term success.
The pay range for this role is:
21.42 - 21.42 USD per hour (885 Grace Dix Village)