On-Call Youth Care Technician

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC in Reno, NV is seeking an On-Call Youth Technician to provide basic care at Kids Kottage. The role includes feeding, bathing, dressing, helping with schoolwork, preparing meals, and maintaining a welcoming home-like environment.

You will also help with transportation, clothing, laundry, and recreational activities while participating in training such as CPR, First Aid, and restraint certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of college or an equivalent combination of education and experience working with children.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and youth.
• Mental and physical ability to safely and compassionately work with children.
• Dependability, patience, sound judgment, and a team-oriented attitude.
• Willingness and ability to work in an on-call capacity and respond to the needs of Kids Kottage.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic care, including feeding, bathing, diapering, dressing, and other personal-care needs.
• Support children with schoolwork and educational activities.
• Create and maintain a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere.
• Provide routine and emergency transportation when needed.
• Welcome incoming children by issuing clothing and personal-care items.
• Wash, fold, sort, and organize children’s clothing and Kids Kottage linens.
• Prepare, cook, and serve meals and snacks.
• Plan and participate in educational, recreational, and developmental activities.
• Listen to children, provide informal counseling, model positive behavior, and support behavior management.
• Set appropriate limits and provide fair, consistent discipline.
• Respond calmly and appropriately in emergency situations, including summoning emergency assistance when necessary.
• Participate in Shelter cleaning, organization, and routine maintenance.
• Complete required training, including CPR, First Aid, and restraint certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years college or equivalent

Job description

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC in Reno, NV is seeking an On-Call Youth Technician to provide basic care at Kids Kottage. The role includes feeding, bathing, dressing, helping with schoolwork, preparing meals, and maintaining a welcoming home-like environment.

You will also help with transportation, clothing, laundry, and recreational activities while participating in training such as CPR, First Aid, and restraint certification.