Direct Care Professional

10 hours ago

Louisville, United States Boys & Girls Haven Full time

2nd Shift Available

Since 1948, Boys & Girls Haven has been dedicated to transforming the lives, hearts, and minds of Kentucky’s most vulnerable youth and their families. Through a comprehensive continuum of care that includes residential and in-home foster care, independent living programs, career and life skills training, and preventative community-based services, Boys & Girls Haven aims to reduce disruptions in children’s lives, heal the effects of abuse and neglect, and promote well-being among families.

Position Overview

We are seeking dedicated Direct Care Professionals to join our Residential programs and work directly with at-risk youth.

Incentives

  • Retention Bonus: $250 at 90 days, $250 at 6 months, $500 at 1 year
  • Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $20.82 for 2nd shift
  • Benefits: Free health, dental, life, and long and short-term disability insurance; generous PTO plan; 401(k) plan with employer match

Our Mission

At Boys & Girls Haven, we provide a Home and a Future for some of Kentucky's most vulnerable and at risk youth. As a nonprofit foster care agency, we exist to Shelter, Heal, and Teach children and young adults to become resilient members of our community through an integrated spectrum of care. 

Position Details

  • Shifts Available: 2nd Shift

Role and Responsibilities

As a Direct Care Professional, you will carry out our mission to shelter, heal, and teach the youth in our care.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Commitment: This role requires a deep commitment to the mission and a genuine passion for helping at-risk youth.
  • Continuous Learning: Attend monthly trainings, supervisions, and mindfulness coaching sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge.
  • Self-Care: Practice and implement self-care strategies daily.
  • Youth Interaction: Listen to, observe, and teach youth new behaviors using a therapeutic approach in collaboration with the Clinical Team.
  • Safety: Ensure the emotional and physical safety of the youth.
  • Team Collaboration: Work with team members on daily tasks, including caring for, protecting, healing, and teaching the youth.
  • Daily Routines: Assist with daily routines and implement structured schedules (school, outings, groups, activities).
  • Engagement: Monitor and engage with youth during meals and chores.
  • Medication Management: Dispense medication as necessary.
  • Training Tools: Utilize training tools for verbal de-escalation and safe physical management to foster engagement and relationship-building.
  • Compassion and Empathy: Use your compassion, empathy, and creativity to create a nurturing environment that promotes healthy boundaries and assertiveness.
  • Communication and Delegation: Communicate and delegate responsibilities within your team to ensure daily consistency and structure.

Compensation and Benefits

Boys & Girls Haven offers a competitive compensation package and a full range of employer-paid benefits, including:

  • Free health, dental, life, LTD & STD insurance
  • 401(k) company match at 50% up to 6%
  • Paid Time Off policy, including 24 days off per year (including holidays)

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for employment, candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
  • Must be able to provide a GED or high school diploma

Boys & Girls Haven is a Drug-Free Workplace and will conduct pre-employment drug testing as well as testing for cause or suspicion.

Join us in making a lasting difference in the lives of Kentucky’s youth Apply today to become a Direct Care Professional at Boys & Girls Haven.

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