On-Call Youth Care Technician

Adams and Associates; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams and Associates in Reno, NV seeks an On-Call Youth Technician to support Kids Kottage, serving children ages 0-18. You will provide basic care, educational support, and help create a warm, family-like atmosphere.

Responsibilities include assisting with meals, transportation in emergencies, activities, and applying CPR/First Aid training. This role requires compassion, dependability, and the ability to respond calmly in emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 with children

Patience

Dependability

Team oriented

On-call readiness

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college or equivalent experience

Job description

Adams and Associates in Reno, NV seeks an On-Call Youth Technician to support Kids Kottage, serving children ages 0-18. You will provide basic care, educational support, and help create a warm, family-like atmosphere.

Responsibilities include assisting with meals, transportation in emergencies, activities, and applying CPR/First Aid training. This role requires compassion, dependability, and the ability to respond calmly in emergencies.