Youth Care Worker (Full-Time Second Shift)

About the position

Hillcrest Youth Services is currently seeking a Full-Time Youth Care Worker (2nd Shift) to add to our team of professionals. This position will be responsible for the supervision of the youth in our residential program.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of residents.
• Work schedule: 3:00pm-11pm Weekend shifts are required.
• All new employees are required to complete a 2-week training program. The first week of training will be mostly completed during Monday-Friday, first shift hours 8:00a.m. - 4:00p.m.
• Ability to be a positive role model.
• Provide fair and constructive discipline to the residents.
• Maintain security and safety of facility and residents at all times.
• Maintain complete and accurate resident records.
• Ability to manage personal stress.
• Administer appropriate medication(s).
• Knowledge of policy and procedure manual.
• Transportation of residents.
• Maintain laundry and general cleaning for each unit.
• Ability to work with youth of all ages.
• Screen all admissions/referrals for appropriateness of Hillcrest's programming.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a closely related Human Services field is highly preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license and qualify for Company's vehicle liability insurance.
• Candidates must pass required background checks including county/state checks, fingerprinting, CPS check, sex offender registry check, and drug screen.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous work with juveniles highly preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with interpersonal and writing skills.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Affordable Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance that starts day ONE of employment!
• 401K Employer Contribution & Match
• Student Loan Assistance Program
• Physical & Financial Wellness Programs
• Generous Paid Time Off plan
• Competitive Total Compensation Program