Youth Care Worker

Boys Town • Oviedo, FL

304d • $19

About The Position

The Youth Care Worker teaches skills and monitors youth behavior in accordance with an individualized service plan. This position is full-time, located in Oviedo, FL, and requires availability to work evenings from 2pm to 10pm, including weekends.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 21 years of age required.
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record and pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the supervision and training of youth.
• Assesses and monitors youth skills and progress to determine skill development needs and priorities.
• Uses the Boys Town Model to teach and monitor behaviors and skills in accordance with individualized service plans.
• Monitors activities and maintains a safe living and learning environment for youth.
• Monitors, supports, and encourages academic performance and educational success.
• Models appropriate relationships with youth and staff.
• Attends consultation meetings, staff meetings, and shift transition meetings.
• Assists in processing documents for youth intake and departure, updates files, and assists in the preparation of youth summaries and reports.
• Observes and participates in mediation and planning conferences with youth and their families.
• Attends to youth medical and physical conditions as needed.
• Utilizes Boys Town vehicle to transport youth to and from school, appointments, and outings.

Benefits

• Reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits.
• Low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs.
• No cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED