• Job Description

  Req#: YOUTH005331

  The position is a (Part-Time )Youth Care Worker position. There will be case aide responsibilities associated with the position. As well as provide constant supervision of boys ages ranging from 8-18 yrs of age while maintaining structure, discipline, a clean and healthy atmosphere of the residential home.

  Qualifications

  • High School Diploma / General Educational Development or better
  • Bachelor of Social Work or better preferred

  Experience

  • 1 to 3 years in Youth Care Services or related preferred

  Other

  • A valid driver’s license and driving record that allows the staff member to be eligible for coverage by One Hope United insurance, as well as approval to transport youth by DCFS. Must be at minimum 21 years of age.

  Job Duties Include:

  • Responsibilities would include transporting clients to visits, appointments, court.
  • Performing duties associated with the day-to-day training, modeling, and skill-building of a residential home for youth.
  • Teaching and participating in individual and group instruction in daily living, recreational activities, social skills, and independent living skills as prescribed by each youth’s Individual Treatment Plan and the OHU Residential Program Plan.
  • Participate in training and maintain certification in the implementation of the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) approved behavior modification program.
  • Following One Home United Residential Program Plan, including daily schedule, administration of consequences and mental health treatment plans of youth in residential care.
  • Demonstrating the highest investment in and commitment to quality improvement practices in order to continuously improve the delivery of services to our residents.
  • Participation and contribution to a treatment team of a residential home of youth assigned, including attending weekly team meetings and staffings, as required.
  • Attend training, seminars, and conferences as assigned by supervisory or administrative staff.
  • Complete in a timely and accurate fashion all documentation required for the position.
  • Treat with absolute confidence all information concerning agency residents and programs.

  Physical Requirements: must be physically able to complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention restraint training and participate in TCI restraints, as needed.

  A Different Kind Of Employer One Hope United is strong and ready to grow. Are you ready to grow with us?

  • 800 talented professionals strong, serving 10,000 children and families in Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Florida
  • Fiscally stable, $50 Million agency-- strong since 1895
  • Energetic leadership and a rich community of support

  One Hope United does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. OHU participates in eVerify.

  In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, please note that upon accepting an offer of employment from One Hope United, you will be required to share proof of a Covid-19 vaccination. The requirement is subject to accommodation in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• About the company

  One Hope United serves over 10,000 of children, adults, and families each year through child development, family preservation, counseling, placement, prevention, and youth services in Illinois, Florida, Missouri, and Wisconsin.

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