Direct Care Staff - Overnight, Residential (Holland House)

FAMILY SERVICE OF RHODE ISLAND INC•North Smithfield, RI

5d•$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

FSRI is looking for people who are 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.
We work 24/7 and need applicants who are willing and capable to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as scheduled.
Candidates can have a variety of educational, work, and personal experience which may make them good candidates. Some backgrounds include previous residential work experience, obtaining Bachelors or similar in psychology, social work, or related fields. We also have staff who do not have Bachelors degrees but who have experience as Community Health Workers, childcare workers, or personal experience. We want to learn about you and what drives you and see if this role is a good fit.
Staff must have knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial and socioeconomic issues.
The position requires reliable transportation, valid drivers license, proof of automobile insurance, registration, inspection and driving record..
In addition, the reliable transportation must have a minimum of three seats in addition to the drivers seat.
Ability to travel to and from community locations and residential site locations, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators.
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
Ability to push or pull 10 lbs or more.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to be trained in and implement de-escalation techniques utilizing Handle with Care when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.

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.