Youth Home Provider

Job Title: Youth Care Worker / Group Home Staff (Teen Girls)

Reports To: Group Home Manager / Program Director
Location: Dayton, Ohio
Schedule: Part-time / Overnight / Weekends] Mostly need first shift and third shift coverage

Job Summary:

The Youth Care Worker provides direct supervision, guidance, and emotional support to teen girls living in a structured group home environment. This role focuses on helping residents develop healthy life skills, positive coping strategies, and responsible behaviors while maintaining a safe, respectful, and nurturing atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and monitor residents to ensure their safety and adherence to program expectations.
• Build positive, trusting relationships and serve as a positive role model for appropriate behavior and communication.
• Teach and assist with daily living skills such as personal hygiene, cooking, cleaning, and organization.
• Support youth in completing educational, behavioral, and emotional goals outlined in their service plans.
• Lead and participate in group activities, life skills sessions, and community outings.
• Encourage respect, teamwork, and accountability among residents.
• Intervene calmly and effectively during behavioral or emotional incidents, following established behavior management protocols.
• Maintain accurate documentation including daily logs, incident reports, and progress notes.
• Provide transportation to school, appointments, or activities as assigned.
• Communicate professionally with supervisors, case managers, and other team members regarding residents’ progress or concerns.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming group home environment.
• Model appropriate boundaries, language, and self-control at all times.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with youth, preferably in a residential or behavioral setting.
• Must be at least 25 years old
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and crisis management skills.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to maintain professionalism in challenging situations.
• Must pass background, reference

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and respond quickly in emergencies.
• May occasionally lift up to 25–50 lbs.
• Must be able to supervise and engage in recreational or group activities.

Work Environment:

• Residential setting serving adolescent girls, ages typically 11–21.
• Shifts may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnights.
• Team-oriented and emotionally demanding, but rewarding work environment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $16