Direct Care Professional 2nd Shift A
About The Position
Since 1948, Boys & Girls Haven has been dedicated to transforming the lives, hearts, and minds of Kentucky’s most vulnerable youth and their families. Through a comprehensive continuum of care that includes residential and in-home foster care, independent living programs, career and life skills training, and preventative community-based services, Boys & Girls Haven aims to reduce disruptions in children’s lives, heal the effects of abuse and neglect, and promote well-being among families. We are seeking dedicated Direct Care Professionals to join our Residential programs and work directly with at-risk youth. As a nonprofit foster care agency, we exist to Shelter, Heal, and Teach children and young adults to become resilient members of our community through an integrated spectrum of care.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
- Must be able to provide a GED or high school diploma
Responsibilities
- Commitment : This role requires a deep commitment to the mission and a genuine passion for helping at-risk youth.
- Continuous Learning : Attend monthly trainings, supervisions, and mindfulness coaching sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Self-Care : Practice and implement self-care strategies daily.
- Youth Interaction : Listen to, observe, and teach youth new behaviors using a therapeutic approach in collaboration with the Clinical Team.
- Safety : Ensure the emotional and physical safety of the youth.
- Team Collaboration : Work with team members on daily tasks, including caring for, protecting, healing, and teaching the youth.
- Daily Routines : Assist with daily routines and implement structured schedules (school, outings, groups, activities).
- Engagement : Monitor and engage with youth during meals and chores.
- Medication Management : Dispense medication as necessary.
- Training Tools : Utilize training tools for verbal de-escalation and safe physical management to foster engagement and relationship-building.
- Compassion and Empathy : Use your compassion, empathy, and creativity to create a nurturing environment that promotes healthy boundaries and assertiveness.
- Communication and Delegation : Communicate and delegate responsibilities within your team to ensure daily consistency and structure.
Benefits
- Affordable health, dental, vision, life, insurance
- 401(k) company match at 50% up to 6%
- Paid Time Off policy, including 24 days off per year (including holidays)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
