3rd Shift Youth Care Worker (Part Time)

Ysbjc; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Job summary

Youth Service Bureau in Indiana is seeking a part-time 3rd shift Youth Care Worker. The role works in a residential setting with youths aged 10-19, with a starting wage of $14 per hour and irregular hours, including holidays as needed.

Typical schedule is Thursday–Saturday, 11:00 pm–8:00 am; some shifts offer differentials: $1/hr for 4pm–10pm, and $0.50/hr for 11pm–8am. Must be at least 21, have a valid driver’s license, and be insurable.

Qualifications

• Applicant must be 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and be insurable.
• Prefer a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related human service field; will accept HS/GED.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general supervision of residents at all times to ensure a cohesive environment.
• Assist residents in coping with out-of-home placement.
• Prepare meals and snacks for residents.
• Coordinate menu planning and dietary needs with Purchasing Agent.
• Ensure proper storage of all food and supplies.
• Complete weekly inventory of supplies and food items.
• Complete inventory worksheets and weekly grocery list submission.
• Bed checks on each resident every 15 minutes during shift.
• Supervise and instruct residents in basic living skills.
• Attend weekly staff meetings.
• Assist in implementing individualized treatment programs as directed by therapist.
• Maintain accurate daily logs, medication records, and incident reports.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Insurable

Food preparation experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work/psychology/counseling or related

High school diploma or GED

Job description

3rd Shift Youth Care Worker (Part Time) – Part time Position at Youth Service Bureau

Part‑time, 3rd shift position available working in a residential setting. Will be working with youth ages 10-19. Minimum starting pay $14 per hour. Position requires irregular work hours. May be scheduled for holidays as needed.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

Job Qualifications

Applicant must be 21 years of age, have a valid driver’s license and be insurable. Prefer a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or other related human service field, but will accept resumes with a high school diploma or GED. Applicants with food preparation experience preferred.

Work Schedule Typically, Thursday – Saturday, 11:00 pm – 8:00am

Salary Pay: $15.00 – $17.00 per hour | Hours 4pm-10pm offers an additional $1/hr, Hours 11pm-8am offers an additional $.50/hr

Essential Functions

• Maintain general supervision of residents and related activities at all times to ensure cohesiveness within the environment and among all residents
• Assist residents in coping with out of home placement (i.e. addressing separation issues)
• Preparation of meals and snacks for residents
• Coordinate menu planning/dietary needs of residents with Purchasing Agent
• Ensure proper storage of all food and supplies
• Complete weekly inventory of all supplies and food items
• Complete inventory worksheet each week and turn into housekeeping Monday morning by 8am
• Complete grocery list by Monday at 8am each week and turn into housekeeping
• Complete bed checks on each resident every 15 minutes throughout the shift
• Check all washers and dryers each night, complete laundry as necessary
• Supervise and instruct residents in basic living skills such as personal hygiene, proper attire, eating habits, care of clothing, and completion of all personal and household chores
• Attend weekly staff meeting
• Assist in implementation of individualized treatment program per therapist’s instructions
• Maintain accurate documentation with regard to daily log, medication records, daily chores inspection, daily assessment forms, incident reports, grievance forms, and all other records which note each resident’s behavior and attitude while in residence, as applicable and in accordance with state regulations and accreditation standards
• Provide appropriate variety of disciplines as needed for infractions as necessitated
• Safely drive 15 passenger van, other agency vehicles, and personal vehicle
• Have current certification in First Aid and CPR
• Serve as an appropriate role model in physical appearance, social skills, and daily interaction with co-workers and residents
• Participate in a minimum of 10 hours of training each year
• Assist in orientation and direct training of new personnel
• Take information on telephone call from placing agency on potential placements and relay information to Case Manager for approval
• Responsible to clean inside and outside cabinets and refrigerator each week

The Youth Service Bureau is an Equal Opportunity Employer