What are the responsibilities and job description for the ATTENDANT CARE WORKER/SAFE PLACE WORKER position at Hale Kipa Inc?
Mission & About Us
Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawai‘i’s youth, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers. Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we encourage them to discover their passions, embrace their resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities.
Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed Hawai'i's youth and children. We provide youth outreach, independent living facilities, therapeutic foster care, a haven for runaways, and more. Our founders recognized a need for a nonprofit to step in to assist this deserving population and we are still doing that critical work today, on O'ahu, Kaua'i, and the Island of Hawai'i. Learn more about Hale Kipa's programs.
Role Overview
The Attendant Care Worker is an on-call position and is available to respond to police and take custody of youth within an hour of the police call. Your duties include conducting an orientation, complete intake interview, and an assessment plan with youth in their care. Provide crisis management, coaching, support, supervision, and monitoring youth. Navigate and enter information and upload documents gathered onto electronic health record system. Provide contact information to community resources and services available to youth.
Availability:
- Monday - Thursday: 5 pm - 6 am
- Friday - Sunday: 5 pm - 6 am
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience working with youth preferred.
Requirements
- Ability to connect with youth and understand family and youth dynamics.
- Knowledge about Hawaii's System of Care and educational/vocational programs
- A valid driver's license
- Current auto insurance & safety check
- Access to a vehicle for the purpose of transporting youth
Benefits
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
Salary Range
- $24.00 per hour direct service
- $3.00 per hour during on-call
An EEO Employer
Salary : $3 - $24