Youth Care Worker

1 week ago

Corpus Christi, Texas, United States Upbring Full time
About Upbring

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of child abuse. Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment for children and families in need.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Youth Care Worker to join our team at Upbring. As a Youth Care Worker, you will be responsible for providing direct care and supervision to unaccompanied children in our care. You will work closely with our team to ensure the children's physical, emotional, and psychological needs are met.

Responsibilities
  • Conduct intake services for incoming children, including completing necessary paperwork and assessments.
  • Provide basic needs to children, such as meals, clothing, and hygiene products.
  • Support routines of children, including wake-up, bedtime, personal care, and recreational activities.
  • Perform behavior management, oversee therapeutic activities, and crisis intervention.
  • Supervise children and set appropriate behavior limits in accordance with their individual treatment and behavior plans.
  • Provide 1:1 monitoring of medical, mental health, and/or behavioral needs as directed by management or a member of the clinical or multidisciplinary team.
  • Clean, organize, and maintain the children's living space to provide a safe environment.
  • Observe children and provide feedback for the purpose of updating their behavior plans or improving their basic living and environment.
  • Conduct regular and consistent 15-minute headcounts of children under care.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish (based on service area and service population).
  • 1-year employment experience performing direct care services to children and/or adolescents.
  • Ability to work extended shifts during periods of influx, including 12-hr shifts at least once a week or more.
  • Ability to use visual and auditory awareness within the work environment.
  • Ability to establish trust and a positive rapport with children and work within ethical boundaries.
  • Ability to provide conflict resolution and de-escalation skills to ensure the well-being and safety of residents.
  • Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to give and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to effectively organize and prioritize job duties and resident needs.
  • Ability to work both in a team environment and independently.
  • Ability to remain calm and exhibit compassion.
  • Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in difficult and stressful situations.
  • Proficient with basic computer skills, Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), and documentation programs/database.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Associates degree in Social Services, Human Services, or closely related field.
  • 2 years previous experience performing direct care services to children and adolescents.
Perks at Upbring
  • Competitive PTO & paid holidays.
  • Health, dental, vision insurance & more.
  • 403(b) Plan.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • 24/7 access to telemedicine and counseling services.
  • Discounted Gym Memberships.

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