Lead Childcare Specialist - Relocation Assistance Provided

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch • Wichita Falls, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Childcare Specialist provides advanced direct care, guidance, and leadership within a residential setting for children and adolescents. This role works closely with the treatment team to ensure residents' safety, well-being, and progress while serving as a mentor and resource to direct care staff. The Lead Childcare Specialist helps maintain a structured, trauma-informed environment, supports daily operations, and may assume leadership responsibilities during shifts as needed. The role requires frequent standing, walking, and the ability to safely perform approved crisis intervention techniques when necessary. Residential services operate 24/7, including holidays and inclement weather. This position includes onsite shared living arrangements and requires employees to remain on campus during scheduled shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency
• Two years of direct care experience in residential programs/juvenile justice or behavioral treatment centers
• A minimum of one year of demonstrated leadership experience, such as Lead Direct Care Staff, Senior Direct Care Staff, Shift Lead, House Parent, Coach, Team Lead, or similar responsibility
• Understanding of children, youth and families in crisis
• Effective listening and communication skills
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license
• Proficiency in general office equipment operation is required
• Must possess exceptional time management and detail-orientation skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in human service field from an accredited college or university
• Computer knowledge is preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervising residents
• Meeting residents' physical, emotional, educational, and medical needs
• Supporting behavior management and crisis intervention efforts
• Coordinating daily activities
• Assisting with staff training
• Promoting a positive living environment
• Serving as a mentor and resource to direct care staff
• Maintaining a structured, trauma-informed environment
• Supporting daily operations
• Assuming leadership responsibilities during shifts as needed

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Relocation Assistance Provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED