Cottage-Based Youth Caregiver & Role Model

Georgia Sheriff's Youth Homes; Nunez (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Georgia Sheriff's Youth Homes is seeking Relief Part Time House Parents to care for and nurture up to ten children in a cottage, serving as front-line caregivers and role models in a traditional family setting.

Responsibilities include meeting material, physical, emotional and spiritual needs, preparing meals, transporting residents, administering medications, documenting activities, and keeping the cottage clean and safe under the Resident Director's guidance.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 23 years of age.
• High school education or its equivalent.
• Two years of work experience working with children or as a caregiver.
• Must be able to meet medical/physical requirements; physician clearance required within 30 days.
• Must be able to drive a vehicle and be mobile; able to lift up to 30 pounds and perform household tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and nurture up to ten children in a cottage.
• Prepare meals.
• Administer and document medications dispensed.
• Provide transportation for residents in Youth Homes vehicles.
• Complete required documentation and reports.
• Observe policy and procedure guidelines.
• Report illnesses and accidents to appropriate coordinators.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the assigned cottage and surrounding area.
• Observe children’s school discipline and academic performance and report as needed.
• Purchase clothes, school supplies and personal items for children.
• Perform any other duties related to child care operations as assigned by the Resident Director.

Skills

Caregiving

Child supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of work with children or as a caregiver

Job description

Georgia Sheriff's Youth Homes is seeking Relief Part Time House Parents to care for and nurture up to ten children in a cottage, serving as front-line caregivers and role models in a traditional family setting.

Responsibilities include meeting material, physical, emotional and spiritual needs, preparing meals, transporting residents, administering medications, documenting activities, and keeping the cottage clean and safe under the Resident Director's guidance.