Part Time Youth Care Worker

Encompass Care LLC; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time scheduling

Training and development opportunities

Meaningful work benefiting youth

Job summary

Encompass Care LLC is seeking a compassionate, dependable professional to support the well-being and daily success of youth in a structured care environment. The role emphasizes safety, respect, and encouragement for youth with diverse needs.

Responsibilities include supervision, relationship-building, monitoring safety, and documenting progress. Preferred candidates have background in youth care and strong communication, with willingness to complete required training and background checks.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, adolescents, or young adults in a care, support, education, or community setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to stay calm and supportive in dynamic situations.
• Demonstrated reliability and sound judgment in youth-centered care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, guidance, and support to youth in accordance with program expectations and safety procedures.
• Build positive, professional relationships to promote trust and respect.
• Support daily routines, activities, and transitions while encouraging personal responsibility.
• Monitor the environment to maintain safety, structure, and order.
• Respond calmly to challenging situations using de-escalation techniques when needed.
• Document observations, incidents, and daily reports accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to support individualized care plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Reliability

Teamwork

Documentation

Background screening

Basic computer skills

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable professional to support the well-being, growth, and daily success of young people in a structured care environment. The ideal candidate is patient, attentive, and committed to creating a safe, respectful, and encouraging atmosphere for youth with diverse needs and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, guidance, and support to youth in accordance with program expectations and safety procedures.
• Build positive, professional relationships that promote trust, respect, and consistency.
• Support daily routines, activities, and transitions while encouraging appropriate behavior and personal responsibility.
• Monitor the environment to help maintain safety, structure, and order.
• Respond calmly and appropriately to challenging situations, using approved de-escalation and intervention techniques when needed.
• Document observations, incidents, and daily reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and other professionals to support individualized care plans and program goals.
• Encourage participation in educational, recreational, and life-skills activities.
• Follow all organizational policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, adolescents, or young adults in a care, support, education, or community setting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and supportive in dynamic situations.
• Demonstrated reliability, sound judgment, and a commitment to youth-centered care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication purposes.
• Willingness to complete required training and meet any applicable background screening requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in residential care, behavioral health, child welfare, or a related field.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches.
• First aid or CPR certification, if required by the employer.

What We Offer

• A meaningful opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of young people.
• Supportive team environment with training and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible part-time scheduling, depending on program needs.