PRN Overnight Youth Caregiver

Children's Home Network • Tampa, FL

35d • Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Caregiver provides supervision, care, and a positive relationship for youth ages 6-17 residing in a therapeutic group home setting. The core responsibilities of this position include: Serving as a positive influence in the lives of youth through healthy relationship. Planning and engaging youth in recreational activities. Teaching youth life skills. Managing daily routines in the residential cottage. Setting clear expectations for youth behavior and administering a positive behavior management system of rewards and consequences. Providing supervision and monitoring through positive engagement with youth. Ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the cottage environment. Transporting youth to and from activities and other appointments.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• At least one (1) year of experience working with at-risk children and families or working in a residential setting. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• At least 21 years of age.
• First Aid and CPR certified or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire (classes available onsite).
• Valid Florida driver’s license with no record of criminal driving offense or license suspension.
• Insurable under CHN’s current auto insurance policy.
• Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must successfully complete and maintain FDLE clearance, Federal background, and state criminal background check and sexual predator screening.

Responsibilities

• Serving as a positive influence in the lives of youth through healthy relationship.
• Planning and engaging youth in recreational activities.
• Teaching youth life skills.
• Managing daily routines in the residential cottage.
• Setting clear expectations for youth behavior and administering a positive behavior management system of rewards and consequences.
• Providing supervision and monitoring through positive engagement with youth.
• Ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the cottage environment.
• Transporting youth to and from activities and other appointments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees