Responsibilities:

-Assess individual needs of youth clients through interviews and consultations to develop personalized care plans

-Coordinate with schools, families, and other relevant stakeholders to implement support strategies that address the educational, social, and emotional needs of youth

- Provide direct care and support to female youth ages 11-21. These youth come from dependency/neglect, foster care, and/or delinquency backgrounds.

- Monitor and document the progress of youth clients in achieving their goals, adjusting care plans as necessary to ensure effectiveness.

- Assist residents with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication administration

- Implement behavior management strategies to promote positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors

- Foster a supportive and inclusive environment that respects youth rights and promotes independence

- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers and other professionals, to develop and implement individualized care plans

- Document youth progress, behaviors, and incidents according to established protocols

Qualifications:
- REQUIRED: MUST BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OF AGE, HOLD A BACHELORS DEGREE IN ANY HUMAN SERVICES, ONE YEAR OF RELATED EXPIRENCE

- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, or related conditions preferred. Strong interest of girls with foster care.
- Ability to lift and transfer residents using proper body mechanics and assistive devices as needed
- Strong communication skills and ability to effectively interact with residents, families, and team members. Must be able to maintain good boundaries with youth
- Knowledge of medication administration procedures and ability to follow medication protocols
- Understanding of behavior management techniques and ability to implement strategies effectively

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• related: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person