Youth Care Worker (Part-time)

Youth Outreach Services • Bellwood, IL

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Youth Care Worker assists adolescent wards of the state with preparing for adulthood by providing counseling, employment assistance, and educational/life skills training. A Youth Care Worker refers residents for services, as needed; collaborates with case managers in reviewing and planning individual service plans; and provides transportation, as needed.
Knowledge of DCFS policies, procedures, and regulations is an asset.

Requirements

• Associate degree or at least 60 hours of college credits
• One year of experience working with high-risk adolescents, preferably in a residential setting
• 3 years of experience working with youths at risk without a college degree
• Valid driver's license
• Clear driving record
• Reliable transportation (proof of insurance may be needed)

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of DCFS policies, procedures, and regulations

Responsibilities

• Assists adolescent wards of the state with preparing for adulthood
• Provides counseling
• Provides employment assistance
• Provides educational/life skills training
• Refers residents for services, as needed
• Collaborates with case managers in reviewing and planning individual service plans
• Provides transportation, as needed

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long-Term Disability options
• 403(b) Retirement
• Paid Time off (PTO)
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree