CHILD CARE WORKER - NSD (2478)

The House of The Good Shepherd • Utica, NY

4d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Child Care Worker, you’ll be a steady presence for children and teens who have experienced significant trauma. In this role, you’ll help create a sense of structure, safety, and security as they navigate daily life in a residential setting. The work can be challenging, but your support will be a key part of a young person’s healing journey.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid NYS driver’s license and complete training to drive agency vehicles.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Confident in setting healthy boundaries and responding to challenging behavior with care and consistency.
• Skilled at building strong, respectful connections with youth, families, and coworkers.
• Open to learning and able to complete required trainings like Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, CPR, and First Aid.
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and able to follow procedures and document accurately.
• Brings patience, resilience, and emotional steadiness to the work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with youth or in a caregiving role is highly desirable.

Benefits

• $1000 sign on bonus!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with agency match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing job training. Many of our supervisors and leaders started as Child Care Workers—grow with us!
• Opportunities for internal growth and advancement
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED