Transitional Living Specialist- PRN

Every Child's Hope•Overland, MO

7d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Every Child’s Hope is a local social services agency that provides programing to youth on a campus that includes an Early Ed Center, School, Residential Treatment program and Transitional Living program that in all serve over 160 children each day and employee over 100 staff. Join us as we continue caring for those who need us most. With competitive benefit plans, friendly work environments, and continuing education opportunities, ECH is a great place to grow your career.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age
Bachelor’s degree from a college or university in a field related to human services
2 years of experience working with people
Must be of good moral character and able to serve as a positive role model for youth
Able to work under a great deal of stress
Able to seek on-the-job training
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be drug-free
Must pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Experience: working with children: 2 years (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide supervision to youth who are in foster care or homeless in a group living setting in the community.
Provide youth with support and guidance.
Develop positive, professional relationships and boundaries with youth.
Provide instructions to youth regarding desirable health and personal habits.
Provide youth assistance and encouragement in their school work and other pursuits.
Assist youth with the following life skills: cooking, shopping, transportation, filling out job applications, budgeting, and how to upkeep living environment.
Provide para-counseling to youth in crisis or non-crisis situation.
Provide crisis intervention as necessary to include calling the police, ambulance, or fire department when needed.
Observe youths’ behavior and conduct reports to the team.
Keep written records as requested.
Maintain financial records and present them to the TLP Group Home Supervisor for monthly audit.
Purchase items for the house including food, supplies, etc.
Keep the house, yard and vehicle in a clean and orderly condition and see it is kept in good repair.
Make sure youth have proper clothing attire, plan menus and prepare meals.
Arrange for medical, dental and similar services and transport youth to various appointments.
Coordinate with the professional staff including therapist, psychiatrist, legal guardian, and others to implement and monitor the treatment plan.