Part Time Youth Care Provider

Children; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Tuition assistance up to $200/month

Referral bonuses up to $1,000

Competitive pay: $20+/hour with shift差

Job summary

Children's Home Society of South Dakota seeks a Part-Time Youth Care Provider to deliver crisis and non-crisis interventions for children in the shelter and perform related tasks. This role embodies trauma-informed care and a commitment to equity and inclusion in all aspects of work.

Shift schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 11:30am. Starting wage is $20/hour with up to $2/hour shift differential (DOE), plus yearly merit-based raises and opportunities for tuition assistance or student

Qualifications

• Team player with ability to promote a positive work environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive, confidential information while maintaining discretion.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Care of Children: supervise, assist with hygiene and routine care, accompany appointments and transports, may assist with medications.
• Child Behavior: document CPS reports and behavior management using approved techniques.
• Safety, Policies and Procedures: follow safety and infection control policies.
• Program Management: facilitate activities and events, support staff training needs.
• Shelter Activities: coordinate shelter programs and maintain orderly facilities; participate in crisis communications as needed.
• Professional Development: complete annual training and maintain certifications.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Confidential information handling

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Work For Good!

Wage:

Starting at $20/hour with up to $2/hour shift differential (DOE)

Schedule:

Monday thru Friday - 7:00am to 11:30am

Position Overview:

Children's Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Part-Time Youth Care Provider to provide crisis and non-crisis intervention services for the children in the shelter and perform other various shelter tasks. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children's Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

By joining our team, you will make a difference every day - creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Benefits of Employment at CHS:

• Work-Life Balance: Part-Time hours in the evening to still have your day!
• Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Competitive Compensation: Starting at $20/hour with up to $2/hour shift differential (DOE) with yearly merit-based raises.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What You Will Do:

• Care of Children: Maintain vigilant child supervision. Assist children with hygiene, diet, dressing and bathing. Assist with supervised visitations. Assist with routine appointments for children and transport as necessary. May assist in administration of medications to children. Complete child departure requirements.
• Child Behavior: Complete behavioral, CPS reports and all necessary documentation by the end of each shift. Utilize approved behavior management techniques to respond to behaviors.
• Safety, Policies and Procedures: Ensure safety standards and infection control policies are followed.
• Program Management: Facilitate structured programs, i.e., games, outdoor recreation, etc. Assist with daily, monthly and special event activities for children in shelter. Assist with training needs of staff, interns, and volunteers.
• Shelter Activities: May coordinate and facilitate shelter and non-shelter programs as assigned. Assist in keeping the shelter clean and orderly. Serve as back up for crisis telephone calls, drop-in counseling sessions, shelter intakes and departures.
• Professional Development: Complete required annual training. Maintain required certifications and proficiencies. Attend assigned meetings.

What We'll Love About You:

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: 1 year of childcare experience preferred; personal or professional

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Environment focused on care of individuals in crisis situations. The employee is regularly required to bend and sit on the floor. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to physically restrain a child in ways taught by the Agency while being able to verbally communicate to the child and other staff.

Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks EEO/AA.