Night Child Care Assistant (FT)

Catholic Charities of Baltimore•Lutherville Timonium, MD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is seeking a Night Child Care Assistant - Part Time, to monitor one unit of youth with severe emotional and behavioral disabilities (ages 5-13) during their sleeping hours in a Residential Treatment Center. The role ensures the safety of the youth and responds to any issues that may arise. St. Vincent’s Villa provides comprehensive residential treatment for children, ages 5-13, whose behavioral and emotional needs have not responded to community-based interventions and services. Hands-on training for TCI and CARE certifications will be provided during day hours.

Requirements

High school or GED.
Six (6) months of prior experience working in residential care, youth services, or a comparable setting.
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training within 45 days of hire and Children and Residential Experiences (CARE) training within six (6) months of hire.
CPR/First Aid within 45 days of hire
Residential Child and Youth Care Practitioners (RCYCP) certification or within six (6) months of hire.
Maintains a safe environment for children and co-workers, resulting in reduced incidents and consistent adherence to safety protocols.
Demonstrates reliability through punctuality and consistent attendance, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and continuity of care.
Builds and maintains professional, respectful relationships with staff, youth, and visitors, contributing to a supportive and collaborative environment.
Remains calm and exercises sound judgment in stressful or crisis situations, promoting de-escalation and maintaining safety.
Utilizes strong verbal and written communication skills to ensure accurate documentation, clear information sharing, and effective team coordination.
Works effectively with minimal direction, maintaining productivity and consistent care standards without the need for close supervision.
Functions comfortably in environments where patients/clients require assistance with basic life activities, ensuring dignity, safety, and appropriate support.
Applies foundational knowledge of personal care, housekeeping, and related care tasks to maintain a clean, organized, and healthy living environment.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of cleaning and sanitizing solutions, reducing risk of injury, contamination, or regulatory non-compliance.
Ability to utilize computer systems and software necessary to perform position functions. Basic Windows PC, web browsing (i.e. Chrome, Internet Explorer, etc.), and Microsoft Outlook skills required.
Driver must be at least 21 years of age, with a minimum of 2 years of driving experience, and a valid driver’s license issued by the state of residence.
No state issued restrictions on the licenses that would impede driver’s ability to operate the vehicle as required by the Agency, and there must not be more than three (3) points on their driving record.

Nice To Haves

Other Microsoft Office application knowledge, such as Word, Excel PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive desired.

Responsibilities

Ensures the safety and welfare of youth during sleeping hours by remaining alert, conducting active supervision, and responding promptly to concerns or emergencies, resulting in a secure and stable overnight environment.
Responsible for leading and executing safe evacuation of youth during emergencies or drills in accordance with agency protocols.
Conducts and documents visual inspections of each child in the bedroom area at least every 15 minutes, or more frequently as required, ensuring continuous supervision and compliance with safety standards.
Implements prescribed nighttime treatment interventions (e.g., special isolation procedures, suicide precautions, scheduled wake-ups) with accuracy and vigilance to support individual treatment plans and safeguard youth well-being.
Ensures all interactions align with agency policy, Cornell University’s CARE (Children and Residential Experiences) model, and Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) principles, promoting a respectful, therapeutic, and supportive environment.
Implements individualized team behavior support plans consistently to promote stability and behavioral progress.
In response to disruptive behaviors, applies appropriate crisis intervention strategies — including de-escalation techniques and, when necessary, approved physical restraint — in accordance with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) standards to maintain safety.
Immediately reports behavioral concerns to the Night Supervisor and communicates all medical complaints to both the Night Supervisor and Health Office staff, ensuring timely intervention and coordinated care.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation, including completing the Night Monitor Log every 15 minutes (or as directed), recording supervisory or medical communications, and documenting youth observations to ensure regulatory compliance and continuity of care across shifts.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Ability to utilize, or willingness to learn computer systems and software, necessary to perform position functions (Basic computer, web browsing, online training, and email usage skills.).
Delivers direct care services within the Genesis Unit, maintaining accountability for youth supervision, safety, and compliance with agency policies.
Assist with building supervision to support staff for call-outs, unit crisis, and security of the building, complete routine rounds, apartment assignment, daily coverage sheets and other staffing needs during the night shifts.
Provides transportation for youth to off-site locations or health care facilities during emergencies, exercising sound judgment and full accountability for safety and documentation requirement.