Group Life Worker I

Catholic Community Svcs Foundation•McMinnville, OR

1d•$17 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team and become a part of a supportive community dedicated to individual and community enrichment. Catholic Community Services (CCS) is a faith-based organization, rooted in the values of Love, Justice, Truth, and Freedom, that has continually served the community for over 85 years. We seek individuals who are motivated, compassionate, and eager to make a difference in their community. Join us today and become a champion in the lives of others! General Position Summary This position works primarily with behaviorally challenged youth ages 6-17 in a foster home setting. This position provides crisis support, interventions, and learns to identify and support risk factors in youth. The Group Life Worker I fosters a mentoring relationship with the youth, identifies each youth’s individual strengths, and facilitates skill-building and recreational activities.

Requirements

High School diploma / GED.
Reliable transportation, valid Oregon driver’s license (or the ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of hire) with a driving record that permits coverage under the agency’s corporate auto liability policy and personal automobile liability insurance.
Ability to complete core competency training within the first 3 months of employment.
Ability to obtain a CPR and First Aid Card plus a Food Handler’s Card.
Prior demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and coordinate youth activities is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of concepts of human behavior, growth, and adjustment difficulties.
Basic computer skills with Microsoft Word and Google Docs.
Knowledge of Treatment Planning or the ability to learn.
Knowledge of Strength Based Principles.
Knowledge of de-escalation techniques.
Skill in follow-up and follow through.
Critical thinking and problem solving.
Ability to demonstrate and understanding of core competencies required for this position.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Ability to work with all the people we serve.
Ability to mentor and counsel youth.
Ability to be flexible and work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to complete tasks on time and meet deadlines.
Ability to be accurate and document records.
Ability to work 1:1 with the population we serve.
Ability to build on client’s strengths.
Ability to be detailed.
Ability to analyze information.
Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral).
Ability to facilitate skill building or recreational activities.

Responsibilities

Works with youth to identify strengths, issues, and needs.
Facilitates skill-building and recreational activities with youth.
Provides a structured, daily routine that supports public safety, personal safety, and accountability.
Assists in planning, coordinating, and supervising the recreational component for each youth.
Assists with and guides youth in household duties and recreational activities.
Communicates with family members and other support individuals for the youth, when appropriate.
Attend team meetings, which include mandatory compensated team meetings, and participate in organizational committees or teams as directed by the Program Manager or Program Director.
Stays current on latest trends recommended in the treatment and reformation of at-risk youth.
Schedules and transports youth to and from various outings, appointments, or services.
Supports the Respite Services Team with assignments or duties as directed by the Program Manager or Program Director.
Household upkeep duties such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc.