PMIC Residential Direct Care-MCINTYRE

Four Oaks Family & Children Services•Cedar Rapids, IA

8d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The PMIC Residential Direct Care position is with the McIntyre PMIC program at Smith Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. McIntyre is a co-ed, 24-hour residential treatment program serving children ages 7–12 who need a higher level of care for behavioral and emotional needs. The program provides a structured, therapeutic environment where children can feel safe, build skills, manage emotions and behaviors, and develop positive relationships with trusted adults. The role works directly with children during daily routines, activities, challenges, and successes. The Residential Direct Care worker provides consistency, structure, encouragement, supervision, and support while helping children work toward their treatment goals. The position also collaborates with the treatment team, follows program procedures, and completes required documentation. The listed salary range is $16.00–$18.00 per hour. Travel is minimal, less than 10%, and shifts vary.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Desire to help children succeed.
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
Basic computer skills in a Microsoft Office environment.
Ability to remain calm and supportive when children are having difficult days, set healthy boundaries, follow through, and return consistently.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a Human Services-related field of study preferred.
Prior experience working with children in a school or mental health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Build positive therapeutic relationships with children based on trust, consistency, and respect.
Provide direct supervision and maintain a safe, structured, and supportive residential environment.
Teach and reinforce coping skills, communication, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and positive behaviors in everyday situations.
Recognize potential challenges early and use proactive strategies to prevent escalation.
Use approved behavior-management and de-escalation techniques when children need additional support.
Help children recognize their emotions and behaviors and develop healthier responses.
Learn each child's individualized treatment plan and support the child's treatment goals.
Participate in behavioral, group, and life-space interventions, providing encouragement, direction, and feedback.
Recognize and celebrate children's progress.
Safely transport youth to activities, appointments, and community resources while following agency protocols.
Work with counselors, therapists, supervisors, and other treatment-team members to provide consistent care.
Follow medication-management guidelines and program procedures.
Complete accurate, timely documentation, including daily case notes, behavioral documentation, and visual checks.
Serve as a positive role model and a consistent adult children can count on.