Intake Care Specialist - Floater

Epworth Children's Home•Columbia, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide a nurturing group living experience consistent with the C.A.R.E. practice model for children in residential placement, the mission of Epworth, and the respective client's plan of care; rotate among cottages as needed; and assist with on/off campus activities as scheduled. Must be able to attend required in-person trainings within two months of hire. Model the competence and character outcomes that are desired for residents, including practical skills for living and problem solving, social maturity, educational achievement, and integrity. Collaborate as a member of a child care team that exists to work on behalf of the best interests of each resident in its care. Provide primary supervision for residents while on duty based upon the development of authentic, caring relationships with each respective child or youth.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to use sound discretion and judgment in developing and implementing decisions
Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church
Must be able to pass standard background checks, including: drug screen, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry and Sex Offenders Registry
Bachelor's Degree in human service field, or
Two (2) year Associate Degree in Human Service field and two (2) years experience in working with children or adolescents, or
Significant life experience in working with children and adolescents (i.e. group residential counselor, church/youth experience, camp counselor, etc.)
Ability to be outdoors in cold/or heat for recreational purposes with the children.
Ability to stand, twist, bend, climb stairs, lift, and stoop in the normal course of care of the children/youth.
Must be able to plan and participate in activities and drive a minibus.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe, structured, supervised environment in the cottage and on/off campus while serving as a role model and teacher
Develop meaningful, caring, and authentic relationships with all clients in the cottage
Plan and participate in leisure time activities with clients, and assist in supervision of recreational activities on and off campus
Assist the cottage staff with: Meal preparation, medication administration, building cleaning and building upkeep, life skills groups, behavior support, and crisis management
Attend Bible Study with clients while on duty
Attend required trainings and maintain 15 training hours per year
Follow direction and guidance of immediate supervisor.
Participate as appropriate in the PQI process as assigned