Youth Care Worker
About The Position
Our Transition Foster Care Program for Unaccompanied Children (UC), overseen by the Office of Refugee and Resettlement (ORR), ensure the well-being and safety of unaccompanied children (ages 0-17) who cross the US border without an adult. Unlike traditional congregate care settings, our approach involved placing unaccompanied children in foster homes while diligently searching for, and assessing, potential sponsors identified in the US. During their stay with us, we provide medical care, case management, engaging life skills classes, and essential mental health services. Youth Care Workers assist the Teacher and/or individual student with daily instructional and non-instructional activities, student management, and meal support, lifting, and individualized care as necessary. How you get to use your skills as a Youth Care Worker…
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Bilingual - English/Spanish or English/Haitian Creole required. All agency documents and records are in English, so English writing proficiency is required
- Classroom experience required, background in Special Education or ENL strongly preferred
- Portrays cultural competence and appreciates diversity; experience working with immigrant, LGBTQIA, and non-English speaking populations
- Knowledge of modern classroom technologies, including computers, tablets, and smartboards
- Experience in classroom management, student engagement strategies, and classroom intervention strategies for students who have experienced trauma
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change
- Must be highly organized and able to work independently
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team
- Strong interest in working with immigrant young persons
- Demonstrates empathy and high moral character; strong alignment with Cayuga Centers' mission, values, and competencies
- Passion and commitment to teaching, working with children, and serving immigrant and refugee children
Nice To Haves
- Candidates with experience in Montessori education or GED preparation are strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Maintain a safe, positive classroom environment consistent with Cayuga Centers' internal policy and protocol
- Provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive care, including Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and individualized support services
- Collaborate with Teachers, Clinicians, Case Managers, and other staff to ensure quality care that is tailored to each child's individual needs
- Provide support to Teachers and substitute Teachers to conduct lesson plans when needed
- Understands and is aware of the physical and emotional needs of students
- Responsible for uploading educational progress reports for each child in care, along with other documentation
- Facilitate daily morning arrivals and dismissals
- Provide instructions for Physical Education
- Contribute to curriculum implementation, special support services, field trip planning, community outreach, and other Learning Center team projects
- Attend mandatory staff meetings and regular supervision
- Actively participate and/or complete all professional development requirements, including training, readings, and pertinent certifications
- Assists students with classroom assignments
- Assist with lunch and snacks for children
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- 120 hours of vacation time; 12 Sick Days per year
- 10 Holidays, 3 Personal Days, Medical Appointment Time
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Pet and Legal insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- FSA, Transit, and Parking savings accounts
- Supplemental life insurance, critical illness, enhanced short-term disability benefits
- 401(k) match up to 4%
- Corporate Discounts Program
- Sick Leave Pool
- Identity Protection
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
