Child Care Worker

Rising Ground, Inc. • New York, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Child Care Worker ensures the basic needs, health, and safety of residents are met and supports youth through a nurturing environment during their placement.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid NY State Driver’s License with a safe driving record as per DMV standards.
• Must successfully complete the physical component of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Able to work onsite in NYC
• Willingness to travel to other Rising Ground sites, if required

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with adolescents in a Residential Treatment Center setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Health and Safety of Residents
• Actively supervise youth at all times, on and off site.
• Apply behavior management and crisis intervention techniques in alignment with TCI training.
• Use a trauma-informed approach and remain sensitive in high-stress situations.
• Provide timely written and oral reports (e.g., incident reports, Life Space Interviews).
• Coordinate with clinical and medical staff as necessary.
• Maintain a safe and hazard-free environment in the cottage.
• Ensure facility security across buildings and grounds.
• Program Delivery
• Guide and assist youth with daily living activities (self-care, chores, etc.).
• Participate in and facilitate recreational and therapeutic programming.
• Implement PBIS practices consistently, modeling ROAR values: Respect, On-task, Act Safely, Be Responsible.
• Support youth through personal challenges and refer as appropriate.
• Communicate significant concerns to relevant staff members.
• Professional Practice
• Report to shifts on time and follow appropriate dress and conduct standards.
• Represent the agency professionally with all stakeholders.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with laws and agency policies.
• Responsibly manage agency funds when authorized.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and follow all agency policies and procedures.
• Attend mandatory and recommended training sessions.
• Uphold and support the mission of Rising Ground.

Benefits

• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Personal days
• Medical -3 plan options
• Dental - 2 plan options
• Vision - 1 plan option

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees