Youth Care Worker-Full Time
Teaches skills and monitors youth behavior in accordance with an individualized service plan.
Pay $17 / hour
Schedule Evenings, Overnights, and Weekends-Full Time
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
Assists in the supervision and training of youth.
Assesses and monitors youth skills and progress to determine skill development needs and priorities.
Uses the Boys Town Model to teach and monitor behaviors and skills in accordance with individualized service plans.
Monitors activities and maintains a safe living and learning environment for youth.
Monitors, supports, and encourages academic performance and educational success.
Models appropriate relationships with youth and staff.
Attends consultation meetings, staff meetings, and shift transition meetings.
Assists in processing documents for youth intake and departure, updates files, and assists in the preparation of youth summaries and reports.
Observes and participates in mediation and planning conferences with youth and their families.
Attends to youth medical and physical conditions as needed.
Utilizes Boys Town vehicle to transport youth to and from school, appointments, and outings.
Monitors environment and ensures safe and secure conditions for youth.
Ensures safety in accordance with policies and procedures including youth safety, outings, and reporting guidelines.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to youth care.
Ability to communicate in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining necessary degree of confidentiality.
Ability to build and sustain trust to facilitate successful, professional relationships.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 21 years of age required.
Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record and pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required.
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