Floater Youth Care Worker-Rockford

One Hope United; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance ($2,500/yr)

Vacation days (up to 4 weeks)

Personal days (up to 6)

Sick days (up to 5)

Medical, dental, vision coverage

403b Retirement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Legal Plans

Career development opportunities

Free supervision hours

Job summary

One Hope United is seeking a Youth Care Worker in Rockford, IL to manage a therapeutic residential living environment and promote emotional, mental, and physical health for youth. The role emphasizes safety, structure, and adherence to each youth’s Individual Treatment Plan.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and background checks. OHU offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• DCF background check and approval to transport youth.

Responsibilities

• Supervise youth in accordance with OHU and DCF policies.
• Maintain a therapeutic home with strengths-based, trauma-informed interactions.
• Teach and model daily living, recreational, social, and emotional regulation skills.
• Maintain certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) or equivalent.
• Follow Residential Program Plan and daily schedules and related expectations.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement in service delivery.
• Collaborate with staff in team meetings and trainings.
• Transport clients to mandated hearings, school and medical appointments.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Proficient computer skills

Patience and positive attitude

Youth engagement and surrogate parent

Discretion and confidentiality

Direction and interaction with youth

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We value our Hope Members . The pay needs to be right and relevant to the position . We conduct regular compensation a nalysis to reward our team fairly .

Generous Vacation

Work and life balance is important to us ! Our Hope Members enjoy 10 holidays, up to 20 vacation days, 6 personal days, 5 sick days, and new to this year…1 mental health day.

Our package is robust with Allied Insurance ( m edical, d ental , v ision ) , 403b Retirement – 2% Contribution, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short-Term and Long-Term D isability options , Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance.

Tuition Assistance

We want Hope Members to learn and grow . We offer up to $2,500 annually in tui tion reimbursement. OHU support s educatio n al endeavors .

Professional Development

Our Hope Members strive for excellence in children and youth services. OHU supports them by providing opportunities to network and learn from leaders in the field at in-service days, conferences, and workshops.

We have a growth mindset. The OHU Promise is guiding us in significantly increasing services over the next six years. When a new or current position opens, we look first to advancing a Hope Member.

Position:Floater Youth Care Worker-Rockford

Location: Rockford, IL

Job Id:7757

# of Openings:0

Youth Care Worker

Rockford, IL

The Youth Care Worker is responsible for the daily management of a therapeutic residential living environment that promotes the learning of skills for emotional, mental, and physical health; provides a therapeutic, safe, and structured environment, as specified, in each youth’s Individual Treatment Plan

Job Duties Include:

• Provides supervision of youth in accordance with OHU and DCF policies
• Maintains a therapeutic home Interactions with all clients reflect a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach
• Teaches, models, and participates in individual and group instruction in daily living, recreational activities, social skills, emotional regulation skills, and independent living skills as prescribed by each youth’s Individual Treatment Plan and the OHU Residential Program Plan.
• Continually trains and maintains certification in the implementation of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) or other approved behavior modification program
• Follows OHU Residential Program Plan, including daily schedule, administration of expectations and associated consequences, and mental health treatment of youth in residential care
• Demonstrates the highest investment in and commitment to quality improvement practices in order to continuously improve the delivery of services to our clients
• Maintains a spirit of teamwork with other residential home staff; this includes attending weekly team meetings and staffing's, as required
• Attends meetings, training, seminars, and conferences as assigned by supervisory or administrative staff
• Transports clients (youth) and their families to mandated court hearings, school appointments, doctor appointments or other case related appointments
• Completes all documentation required for the position in a timely and accurate manner
• Abides by client and program confidentiality to the highest standard

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Other

• Minimum 21 years of age
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record with OHU required levels of coverage for auto insurance
• DCF background check & approval to transport youth

Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment and adaptive skills to expand software application skills as necessary
• Patience, positive attitude, and willingness to develop greater skills and understanding of youth with behavior disorders and/or mental health issues
• Willingness to engage with youth in social and recreational activities, as well as act in a surrogate parent role including assisting with homework, chores, attending appointments, school activities and events and any DCF-related expectations
• Ability to exercise discretion and ensure confidentiality
• Ability to accept direction and modify interactions with youth at direction of supervisory and clinical team

We Invest in You!

• Tuition assistance up to$2500 per year
• Up to 4 weeks paid Vacation Days, up to 6 paid Personal Days, and up to 5 paid Sick days annually
• Medical, dental, vision, 403b Retirement, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and short-term disability options
• Agency paid life up to $50K based on salary
• Voluntary Supplemental Life for Employee, Spouse, and Child(ren)
• Voluntary Legal Plans
• Agency paid long term after 1 year of employment
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Free LCSW and LCPC Supervision hours available in some locations

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, and Florida
• Fiscally stable, $70 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

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. All applicants with a conditional offer of employment must submit to pre-employment drug testing and receive a negative test result. Final hiring decisions are contingent on the candidate submitting to a background check satisfactory to One Hope United.

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