Independent Living Program - Youth Care Associate

Do you have a passion for youth?

Do you want to see every child have a bright future, no matter their past?

Join the team at the Kentucky United Methodist Children’s Homes (KyUMH).

We see lives change every day!

Why work for us?

KyUMH has over 150 years of experience serving youth who have experienced trauma.

We have a strong team culture centered around helping our clients find healing through professional therapeutic interventions.

You Will Receive :

• Paid training as you learn how to support youth with trauma Free Employee Assistance Program Health, vision, dental, and life insurance; 403b retirement plan with 3% match Paid time off for sick time, vacation, and mental health care Eight holidays, plus one floating holiday to use as you wish Tuition assistance and continuing education support About this position : Location :   Lexington, KY Compensation :   $16 - $17 / hr based on experience and education Department :   Safe Haven Primary Shift :   7a-7p and 7p-7a shift available A Youth Care Associate (YCA) provides nurturing, therapeutic support and supervision of our youth in residential treatment throughout the course of all daily activities.
• The ideal YCA will be a team player, passionate about helping at-risk youth learn life skills, and calm under stressful situations.

A day in the life of a Youth Care Associate :

Assume responsibility for a variety of campus activities, including but not limited to :

For this position, you must :