Direct Care Staff - Overnight, Residential (Greenville House)

FAMILY SERVICE OF RHODE ISLAND INC•Smithfield, RI

6d•$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 and good listeners
Enjoy working with youth
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 drivers license, proof of automobile insurance, registration, inspection and driving record.
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

Previous residential work experience
Obtaining Bachelors or similar in psychology, social work, or related fields.
Experience as Community Health Workers, childcare workers, or 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.