Residential Caregiver for Youth

2 weeks ago

Boulder City, Nevada, United States ST JUDES Full time
Job Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

The individual in this role is tasked with overseeing and embodying a parental figure through a therapeutic approach to nurture and support young individuals in a safe and caring home-like setting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position outlines the primary duties and expectations, which may not encompass all tasks. The incumbent may be required to perform additional job-related functions and possess specific knowledge and skills pertinent to the role.

  • Oversees and guides assigned personnel during designated shifts.
  • Provides direct emotional support and daily supervision for children aged 0-18 years.
  • Conducts initial evaluations and formulates treatment strategies; maintains accurate documentation and collaborates with Behavioral Health professionals.
  • Recognizes and addresses the needs and strengths of children; engages in case management to facilitate necessary services and interventions.
  • Responds to children's needs, including hunger and medical issues; facilitates transportation to appointments and assists children in acclimating to their new surroundings.
  • Imparts essential life skills to youth, including social interaction, self-care, academic support, and independent living skills.
  • Delivers crisis intervention while maintaining composure and emotional stability.
  • Maintains communication with internal and external personnel to share insights regarding youth behavior and progress.
  • Offers emotional and moral support, serving as a role model by demonstrating learned skills; fosters ongoing communication with youth.
  • Participates in court proceedings and meetings with educators and counselors on behalf of youth; supervises family visits.
  • Continuously supports academic achievement; monitors educational performance; assists with homework and provides transportation to extracurricular activities.
  • Prepares and keeps records of incidents involving youth.
  • Conducts routine maintenance of the residence; reports any repair needs to the supervisor; performs housekeeping tasks as required.
  • Enhances the effectiveness of the unit's services by contributing suggestions and actively participating as a team member.
  • Represents the organization with professionalism and integrity in all interactions with staff and the community.
  • Prepares financial reconciliation reports for youth-related purchases and submits them to the supervisor as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To succeed in this role, candidates must effectively fulfill each essential duty. The qualifications listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

Education and Experience:

Associate's Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related discipline; AND two (2) years of experience in child care; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of:

  • Fundamental principles and theories of social work and child development.
  • Basic counseling, assessment, case planning, and therapeutic crisis intervention techniques.
  • Identifying and addressing children's needs.
  • Relevant rules and regulations.
  • Record-keeping and reporting protocols.
  • Safety practices associated with the role.
  • Methods for engaging with children aged 0-18 years.
  • Standard office practices and procedures.
  • Behavior management principles for children.
  • Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
  • Techniques for interacting with diverse individuals, especially in challenging situations.

Skill in:

  • Accurately observing and documenting children's behavior.
  • Maintaining detailed records of activities performed.
  • Creating clear and concise written reports.
  • Building supportive relationships with youth.
  • Exercising tact and discretion in professional interactions.
  • Effectively working with individuals from various backgrounds, both in person and over the phone.
  • Providing supervision, counseling, and crisis intervention to children aged 0-18 years within established guidelines.
  • Identifying and appropriately responding to unusual behaviors or emergencies involving youth.
  • Ensuring the safety and security of children and youth.
  • Participating in multi-disciplinary case discussions and assisting in the development and implementation of treatment plans.
  • Communicating effectively in both oral and written forms.
  • Contributing positively to team goals and objectives.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

Ongoing employment is contingent upon maintaining all necessary licenses and certifications in active status without suspension or revocation.

  • Nevada driver's license.
  • CPR and First Aid certification within six (6) months of employment.
  • Qualified Behavioral Aide (QBA) certification within six (6) months of hire.
  • Qualified Mental Health Aide (QMHA) certification within six (6) months of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Mobility to work in both home and office settings, operate standard home appliances and office equipment; drive a vehicle to transport youth; ability to lift and carry children; vision to read printed materials; stamina to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the phone.

Work may involve exposure to adverse environmental conditions, hazardous materials, and extensive travel.

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