Direct Care Staff (Relief), Residential
FAMILY SERVICE OF RHODE ISLAND INC•Smithfield, RI
•$24 - $30•Onsite
About The Position
To provide guidance and supervision of children/adolescents in a residential setting. To assist each resident to make decisions about daily life, conduct and discipline within the boundaries of Agency policy and the requirements of the contractual agreement with the Department of Children, Youth and Family. To provide an environment that promotes the physical and mental well being of each child. Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) in the milieu setting.
Requirements
- Empathetic, good listeners, enjoy working with youth, and see hope for the future for everyone no matter what barriers or struggles a person has faced.
- Willing and capable to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as scheduled.
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial and socioeconomic issues.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, registration, inspection and driving record.
- Reliable transportation must have a minimum of three seats in addition to the driver’s seat.
- Ability to be trained in and implement de-escalation techniques utilizing Handle with Care when necessary.
Nice To Haves
- Previous residential work experience.
- Obtaining Bachelor’s or similar in psychology, social work, or related fields.
- Experience as Community Health Workers.
- Experience as childcare workers.
- Personal experience.
- Bilingual/ASL skills.
- Multilingual skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and supervision of children/adolescents in a residential setting.
- Assist each resident to make decisions about daily life, conduct and discipline within the boundaries of Agency policy and the requirements of the contractual agreement with the Department of Children, Youth and Family.
- Provide an environment that promotes the physical and mental well being of each child.
- Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) in the milieu setting.
Benefits
- Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
- Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
