What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Professional - Supervised Independent Living position at Boys & Girls Haven?
Support Young Adults Building Independent Futures
Boys & Girls Haven is seeking a full-time Direct Care Professional to work within our Independent Living Program. This position supports young adults as they develop the practical skills, confidence, and self-sufficiency needed to successfully transition into adulthood.
Schedule:
May be assigned varied shifts within a twenty-four hour/seven-day-a-week schedule. Holidays, weekends, overtime, and rotating on-call responsibilities may be required.
In This Role, You Will:
- Coach clients in budgeting, money management, meal planning, housekeeping, laundry, and time management
- Support educational, employment, and vocational goals
- Assist clients in accessing community resources and services
- Provide guidance, accountability, and supervision while promoting increasing independence
- Participate in treatment team meetings and support individual goals
- Facilitate individual and group skill-building activities
- Respond to emergencies and crisis situations appropriately
- Utilize Safe Crisis Management (SCM) techniques as required
- Transport clients to work, school, appointments, and approved activities
- Complete documentation related to client progress, incidents, and program activities
- Support apartment safety, cleanliness, and maintenance expectations
What We're Looking For:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field preferred
- Experience working with at-risk adolescents or young adults preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Certification in SCM, CPR, and First Aid, or ability to obtain upon hire
- Valid driver's license and insurable driving record
- Must be at least 21 years of age
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive hourly pay
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match (50% up to 6%)
- Paid Time Off, including 24 days per year (including holidays)
The Difference You Make
Every day, young adults in our program are working toward greater independence. By providing coaching, support, and practical guidance, you help create opportunities for long-term stability and success.
Boys & Girls Haven is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment and for-cause drug testing is required.