What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Caregiver position at Children's Home Network?
Pay & Benefits
- Starting Base Pay: $18.00-$19.00 Per Hour
- Night Shift Differential Pay: $1.00 Per Hour
- Overtime Opportunities
- Day and Overnight Shift Opportunities
- Health, Dental, and Life Insurance Options
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Job Summary
The Youth Caregiver provides supervision, care, and a positive relationship for youth ages 6-17 residing in a therapeutic group home setting. The core responsibilities of this position include:
- Serving as a positive influence in the lives of youth through healthy relationship.
- Planning and engaging youth in recreational activities.
- Teaching youth life skills.
- Managing daily routines in the residential cottage.
- Setting clear expectations for youth behavior and administering a positive behavior management system of rewards and consequences.
- Providing supervision and monitoring through positive engagement with youth.
- Ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the cottage environment.
- Transporting youth to and from activities and other appointments.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- At least one (1) year of experience working with at-risk children and families or working in a residential setting. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
- At least 21 years of age.
- First Aid and CPR certified or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire (classes available onsite).
- Valid Florida driver’s license with no record of criminal driving offense or license suspension.
- Insurable under CHN’s current auto insurance policy.
- Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Must successfully complete and maintain FDLE clearance, Federal background, and state criminal background check and sexual predator screening.
Salary : $18 - $19