CHILD CARE WORKER (ACS)

SCO Family of Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization dedicated to helping children, youth, and families is seeking a dedicated individual to provide a safe and supportive living environment for program residents. The role involves preparing meals, engaging in activities, and maintaining professional relationships while managing behavioral challenges. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training.

Qualifications

• Minimum of HS Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training is required.
• Prior experience working with adolescents is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, clean, and caring living environment for residents.
• Participate in activity programming and enforce daily routines.
• Support medical issues and maintain professional relationships.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Relationship Building

Behavior Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This job involves providing a safe, clean, and caring living environment for program residents, preparing meals according to the weekly meal planner, and participating in various activity programming such as individual and group activities, sports, games, trips, and enrichment activities.

Responsibilities also include enforcing the program’s daily routine by accurately completing reports, checklists, and daily point sheets, supporting medical issues, student educational and vocational needs, case work, and clinical appointments. The role requires appropriately confronting negative behavior and maintaining professional, positive, and encouraging relationships with residents, family members, and staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of HS Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training, including a written test and demonstration of competency in performing physical restraints, is required. All TCI refreshers must be completed to maintain employment.
• Prior experience working with adolescents is desired. Experience in child welfare is a plus.
• Must be able to provide excellent references.

SCO Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to client safety, screening, and training staff appropriately. Any inappropriate interactions are taken seriously, and the organization cooperates fully with authorities in cases of abuse.

Additional Information

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• About the company: SCO helps children, youth, and families achieve positive outcomes through unconditional care and support.
• Notice: SCO and Talentify are Equal Opportunity Employers. They provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities and comply with legal employment requirements.
• Applicants must complete Form I-9 and present proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. Additional information about bias audits and alternative processes is available through Talentify.