Residential Care Worker II-NIGHT-24507209N

San Diego County (CA) • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

The County of San Diego, Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) has immediate openings for Residential Care Worker II-Night. Positions are assigned to the Polinsky Children's Center, a 24-hour facility licensed as a Temporary Shelter Care Facility for children who must be separated from their families for their own safety, or when parents cannot provide care. As a Residential Care Worker at Polinsky Children's Center, you will be providing direct care and supervision for children from birth to 17 years of age. These children come from diverse backgrounds and have been removed from their home due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment and may have been exposed to domestic violence, drugs or other trauma. Employees who work at Polinsky are expected to provide a consistent, high level of care and supervision as well as assure the health, safety and wellbeing of children at all times, while maintaining excellence in customer service and public trust.

Requirements

• Completion of twelve (12) units from an accredited U.S. college or university in a social or behavioral science, or a related field.
• One (1) year of work experience providing supervision and care to teens, children, and/or infants in a 24-hour residential facility, licensed day care program, or licensed after school program.
• One (1) year of experience as a Residential Care Worker I in the County of San Diego, or one (1) year of full-time experience in a similar classification in a group home for children and/or teens.

Nice To Haves

• College/University coursework in child psychology, child development, and behavior management/modification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision for children from birth to 17 years of age.
• Handle difficult care and assessment situations, including specialized needs of children experiencing behavioral challenges.
• Orient new staff and provide technical guidance to other Residential Care Workers and contracted workers.
• Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of children at all times.

Benefits

• Bilingual premium depending on assignment.
• Pre-employment medical screening.
• Background check including fingerprinting.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees