FT/PT Residential Care & Support Worker, Arise Youth Center
About The Position
LSS is seeking passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Residential Care Worker supporting justice-involved youth and teens. If you are patient, empathetic, dependable, and enjoy a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this may be the opportunity for you! This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in gaining experience or furthering their education in juvenile justice, human services, social services, or related fields. We encourage you to apply! Whether you are looking for a Full-time career opportunity or Part-time work, we have a variety of schedules available.
Requirements
- Must have a High School Diploma, or GED.
- Be at least 21 years old and willing to complete agency background checks.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license or obtain one with approved driver status.
- Must successfully complete all required agency background checks, including checks for criminal convictions involving behavior harmful toward children, spousal abuse, and drug or sex crimes.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with youth, is preferred.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in behavioral or social sciences (preferred), OR At least 60 semester credits and one year of experience working with children; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Responsibilities
- Provide supervision and support for youth in shelter care and reception center.
- Provide direct client care, maintain/model appropriate boundaries, and teach applicable coping and problem-solving skills.
- Complete reports and documentation as necessary.
Benefits
- Sign-On Bonus Available!
- 401(k) 3% match
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Assistance Program
- $300 part-time hiring bonus - external candidates only
- $600 hiring bonus - external candidates only
- PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options with HSA & FSA options
- Dental and Vision plans
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family
- Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
