Impactful Group Home Youth Support Specialist

Albertina Kerr Centers; Gresham, Troutdale (OR, OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2-week paid training

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Albertina Kerr Centers in Gresham, OR, is seeking a full-time group home caregiver to support youth with disabilities in a residential setting.

Responsibilities include providing high-quality personal care, assisting with medications, meals, hygiene, and daily activities, and ensuring the rights and safety of children. You will participate in community outings and collaborate with families and medical professionals, following Behavior Support Plans and documentation protocols.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Great social skills.
• Ability to lift, push and pull 50 pounds.
• Knows basic cooking skills and willing to learn new recipes.
• Knows basic cleaning skills.
• Willing to be flexible and learn new skills.
• Preference for applicants who can work at least one weekend day.
• Ability to meet all background check, reference, and agency driving requirements.
• Driving eligibility for day and swing shifts includes a current and valid driver’s license, at least two years of driving experience verifiable through the DMV, and no more than two moving violation infractions in the past two years.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality personal care.
• Positively influence the lives of children, helping them to live their best life.
• Ensure the rights of all children served are recognized, respected, promoted, and upheld.
• Assist the children we serve in the community, on home visits, and on trips.
• Communicate professionally with family members, community members, medical professionals, and others.
• Learn and follow Behavior Support Plans for people we support.
• Observe and respond to concerns regarding general health and specific conditions.
• Monitor and track vital signs, weight, sleep, mood, etc.
• Although assigned to a primary group home, support may be needed at other group homes.
• Other duties as assigned or needed.
• Position covered under SEIU Local 503 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Skills

Social skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Cooking basics

Cleaning basics

Flexibility

Weekend availability

Background check clearance

Driver's license

Job description

Albertina Kerr Centers in Gresham, OR, is seeking a full-time group home caregiver to support youth with disabilities in a residential setting.

Responsibilities include providing high-quality personal care, assisting with medications, meals, hygiene, and daily activities, and ensuring the rights and safety of children. You will participate in community outings and collaborate with families and medical professionals, following Behavior Support Plans and documentation protocols.