Youth Care Worker (Wed-Sat; 1:30pm to 11:30pm)

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hourJob description:Paid Two-Week Training and Onboarding Schedule:Monday-Friday, 9am-5pmExtensive paid training is provided and required for all new hires. Candidates must be fully available for the full two-week period. Training is conducted in person and includes essential youth care practices, PRO-ACT certification, Naloxone (NARCAN) administration, and crisis response.Shift: Wednesday–Saturday, 1:30 PM–11:30 PM (Every other Wednesday off)Population Served: Youth ages 12 to 18Position Overview:As a Direct Care Worker at Dimondale Adolescent Care Facility, you will provide direct supervision, structure, and support to youth residents in a Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP). Working under the direction of the Administrator and/or Facility Manager, you play a critical role in maintaining a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment. Staff are expected to implement trauma-informed care principles in all interactions, recognizing the impact of trauma on youth and promoting a culture of safety, trust, and empowerment.Key Responsibilities:Implement trauma-informed care practices by recognizing signs of trauma, responding with empathy, supporting emotional regulation, and avoiding re-traumatization.Supervise residents in accordance with facility policies, ensuring safety, structure, and positive behavior.Support conflict resolution and apply crisis de-escalation techniques.Conduct safety checks of the facility, including securing doors and windows at shift end.Participate in treatment-focused group sessions and work with Social Workers onresident care plans.Communicate with team regarding resident status, daily activities, and any incidents.Supervise and document residents' participation in activities and completion of assigned chores.Maintain detailed logs, including daily activity, behaviors, safety/security checks, and visitor logs.Dispense medications as assigned and supervise mealtimes and snack times.Ensure compliance with HIPAA privacy standards and confidentiality of all resident information.Prepare and cook meals onsite for residents, including setting up, serving, supervising mealtimes, and ensuring all kitchen duties and clean-up are completed.Engage and dine with the residents, while monitoring general mealtime behavior and manners.Transport residents to/from school and ensure timely attendance at all appointments and activities.Facilitate daily schedules including quiet time, study hour, chores, and group sessions.Assist with personal hygiene, adjustment to the program, and general counseling support.Maintain cleanliness throughout the facility, including bathrooms, bedrooms, and common areas.Attend and participate in required staff trainings, including Pro-ACT and crisis intervention.Swing Shift Duties (1:30 PM–11:30 PM):Review shift reports, memos, and appointment/activity boards.Set up and supervise snack time, study hour, dinner, and evening group activities.Oversee and check completion of all household and resident chores.Supervise phone calls, enforce lights out, and ensure all residents are accounted for before shift end.Communicate resident status, incidents, situation reports etc. with staff during shift exchange to ensure continued supervision and support.Complete end-of-shift safety checks and documentation.Other duties as assignedQualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent (required)Must be at least 21 years oldAt least 1 year of experience in a youth group home or high-risk youth setting.Have a working knowledge of and be adept at applying Crisis InterventionUnderstanding of, or ability to be trained in, trauma-informed care principlesPhysically and mentally fit to perform all dutiesCriminal background check, child abuse index clearance, and Megan’s Law clearance requiredValid California drivers; license and a driving record acceptable to the Agency’s insurance carrier.Current CPR/First Aid Certificate (or ability to obtain upon hire)Effective communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsAbility to work as part of a team and engage with youth in a positive, supportive mannerIf you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth and meet the qualifications above, we invite you to apply for the Direct Care Worker position.Additional InformationDimondale Adolescent is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Dimondale Adolescent is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Job Types: Full-timeJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveVision insurancePeople with a criminal record are encouraged to applyWork Location: In personCompany DescriptionDimondale Adolescent provides residential and mental health services to youth who have been abused, neglected, and have a need for mental health services. We provide youth with the means to achieve maximum independence. We are committed to individualized instruction and focus on an individual's strengths to achieve success.

Salary : $21 - $23