What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Shelter Worker position at CAPTAIN Community Human Services?
Job Title: Youth Care Worker (Per Diem, Overnight/Evenings)
Job Summary:
Ensure that all youth are supervised and cared for, according to NYS licensing regulations, as well as the Shelter’s rules and regulations. Complete all assigned tasks during shift and complete all required documentation regarding residents.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise and interact with residents at all times throughout their daily routines
- Follow up on and assign dinner chores and supervise chore completion
- Assist in preparation of dinner and snacks
- Assist in the facilitation of the daily schedule for each resident
- Assist in the preparation of breakfast
- Responsible for assigned overnight cleaning responsibilities
- Communicate with on-call Supervisor when necessary
- Provide approved intervention in order to quell any crisis
- Follow individual resident’s schedules for morning routine: i.e. help get them ready for school
- Perform assigned tasks as directed by supervisor
- Complete and document all mandated training per supervisor.
- Ensure all residents are accounted for at all times.
- Monitor and enforce house rule compliance.
- Assist in medication administration as necessary
- Complete all required documentation.
Telecommuting and Remote Work Policy:
Generally, work from home is not a viable option as there is significant need for oversight and direct care within the Shelter.
Qualifications:
· Must have GED or High School Diploma, some college preferred.
· Must possess a valid NYS Driver’s license and provide evidence of appropriate vehicle insurance coverage.
· Must be reliable, have some paid or volunteer experience in the human services field and have an affinity for working with youth.
· Must pass all required OCFS background clearances.
Employer Disclaimer:
· Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their direct supervisor.
· This job description does not create an employment contract, implied or other than as “at Will” employment relationship.
CAPTAIN CHS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10.0 – 25.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19