PMIC Residential Direct Care--NORTH OAKS
About The Position
The PMIC Residential Direct Care role supports male and female youth ages 12–17 in the North Oaks Psychiatric Medical Institution for Children (PMIC) program. North Oaks provides 24-hour residential treatment and support for youth with behavioral and emotional needs. Staff help create a structured, therapeutic environment where teens can feel safe, work toward individualized treatment goals, develop healthier coping and communication skills, and build positive relationships with trusted adults. The work involves supporting youth through everyday progress, maintaining healthy boundaries, following through, and encouraging them through setbacks. The position is based at the Smith Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with varied shifts and minimal travel of less than 10%.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Desire to help kids succeed.
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Basic computer skills in a Microsoft Office environment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services-related field of study.
- Prior experience working with children in a school or mental health setting.
Responsibilities
- Support male and female youth ages 12–17 in a residential treatment setting.
- Help create a structured, therapeutic environment where teens can feel safe.
- Support youth in working toward individualized treatment goals.
- Help youth develop healthier coping and communication skills and build positive relationships with trusted adults.
- Stay calm and supportive when a child is having a difficult day, and celebrate their successes.
- Set healthy boundaries and follow through consistently.
- Encourage youth to continue trying after setbacks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
