Youth Care Worker

In response to Christ's love and example, we serve children and families by providing healing and hope.  At Cumberland Presbyterian Children's Home, new beginnings are possible.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Cottage Manager, the Youth Care Worker will play a critical role in the day-to-day development of the children’s physical, intellectual, social, and spiritual growth. The Youth Care Worker will be responsible for working with children across the developmental span from ages 5-17.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain current and on-going compliance with regulatory requirements as assigned; including but not limited to CPCH policies, procedures, and TDFPS licensing regulations.
• Manage daily cottage functions including but not limited to:

• • Food Handling/Menu Management – Ensure meals, snacks, and food purchases are executed per the current Standard Operation Procedure.
  • Housekeeping – Assist residents with daily/weekly chores to ensure a safe and sanitary environment
  • Following the daily schedule for activities and appointments
• Assist in the timely fulfillment/execution of goals set forth on each resident’s individualized Plans of Service
• Provide behavior management utilizing Trauma Informed Care, Emergency Behavior Interventions and other approved strategies.
• Collaborate with CPCH Treatment Director and Case Managers in providing therapeutic services and approaches to residents.
• Maintain a positive and supportive relationship with other Youth Care Workers and work as a team to provide consistency and structure for residents
• Supervise and positively interact with youth within prescribed boundaries.
• Interact professionally and collaboratively with the youth’s family, TDFPS Caseworker, CASA, and attorneys
• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with required documentation about shift and residents 
• Report all Serious Incidents to appropriate supervisor or on call staff and provide timely documentation of any incidents
• Participate in and actively support required agency-wide staff meetings and activities.
• Participate in weekly Youth Care Meetings
• Fulfill all training requirements as directed by agency including 50 hours of annual required training 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years old or older
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or Associates Degree or 2 years of college experience or High School Diploma with one to two years of experience working in a group home or child care environment.
• Demonstrate ability to work with children of various ages and developmental levels who exhibit maladaptive behaviors.
• Exceptional organization and time management skills
• Communications skills, verbal and written
• Computer skills (word processing, email management, documentation awareness)
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills
• Professional demeanor
• Fluent in English with bilingual skills preferred
• Must have reliable transportation
• Maintain a valid Texas drivers license and clear driving record
• Must consent and complete background checks required by TDFPS including: Department of Public Safety, FBI fingerprinting, and DFPS Central Registry and be comfortable driving a 15 passenger van.

·         Must Be Able To Work Nights and Weekends

 Must perform all required physical techniques for SAMA certification

$14/hour, 40 hours per week, plus benefits

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.