Direct Care Professional 3rd Shift B

Boys & Girls Haven•Louisville, KY

45d•$18 - $21

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. Position Overview We are seeking dedicated Direct Care Professionals to join our Residential programs and work directly with at-risk youth. Our Mission At Boys & Girls Haven, we provide a Home and a Future for some of Kentucky's most vulnerable and 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. Role and Responsibilities As a Direct Care Professional, you will carry out our mission to shelter, heal, and teach the youth in our 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
Boys & Girls Haven is a Drug-Free Workplace and will conduct pre-employment drug testing as well as testing for cause or suspicion.

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.