Bilingual (Spanish/English) - Youth Care Worker (11 p.m. - 7 a.m.) San Juan Diego (Des Plaines 60015

Maryville Academy; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryville Academy is seeking dedicated Bilingual (Spanish/English) Youth Care Workers for full-time overnight shifts at the San Juan Diego Unaccompanied Children's Shelter. Responsibilities include providing care and supervision for unaccompanied minors, ensuring their safety, and assisting with emotional processing. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, be fluent in both languages, and have experience working with youth.

Benefits

Health insurance

Vision and dental coverage

Paid time off

Holidays

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license.
• Experience working with youth in residential settings preferred.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including lifting up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide for the basic needs of children including nutrition, hygiene, clothing, and education.
• Serve as a positive role model and supervise youth at all times.
• Complete logs, reports, and assist youth with emotional processing.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Youth supervision

Behavioral support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s in human services (preferred)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Bilingual (Spanish/English) Youth Care Worker

Maryville Academy is seeking dedicated Bilingual (Spanish/English) Youth Care Workers for full-time overnight shifts (11 p.m. - 7 a.m.) at the San Juan Diego Unaccompanied Children's Shelter in Des Plaines, IL.

About Maryville Academy

For over 140 years, Maryville has been committed to providing protection and guidance to children and families, adapting to meet the evolving needs of the community through various programs including residential care, mental health services, healthcare, and educational offerings. Our mission is to help children and families reach their fullest potential by fostering their intellectual, spiritual, moral, and emotional growth.

Position Overview

The Care Provider supports a diverse population of unaccompanied minors, providing day-to-day care, guidance, and supervision in a safe and nurturing environment. Responsibilities include managing daily routines, ensuring safety, and assisting with behavioral and emotional processing.

Essential Functions

• Follow all policies and procedures of Maryville and the Unaccompanied Children’s Program.
• Provide for the basic needs of children including nutrition, hygiene, clothing, and education.
• Serve as a positive role model and supervise youth at all times.
• Transport youth safely to scheduled activities.
• Complete logs, reports, and assist youth with emotional processing.
• Attend at least 40 hours of training annually.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s in human services preferred.
• At least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license.
• Experience working with youth in residential settings preferred.
• Ability to communicate fluently in Spanish and English.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including lifting up to 40 pounds and providing physical restraint if necessary.

Benefits and Compensation

Hourly rate of $20.00 - $21.28, with benefits including health insurance, vision, dental, paid time off, holidays, long-term disability, life insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Application Process

Complete the application online, including your cover letter and resume. Maryville Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.