YOUTH CARE ASSOCIATE - FULL TIME 7AM-7PM

Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Free Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes (KyUMH) in Owensboro is looking for a Youth Care Associate to provide therapeutic support to youth. Responsibilities include maintaining safety, supporting daily routines, and implementing treatment plans.

The ideal candidate is passionate about assisting at-risk youth, has a High School Diploma, and must be bilingual in English and Spanish. Competitive compensation starting from $16.00 to $17.00 per hour with additional pay for bilingual skills and shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.
• Required to have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable record.
• Must pass background checks and drug tests prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of youth to maintain a safe environment.
• Implement client treatment plans as cooperated with their treatment team.
• Record documentation as per policies and standards.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Cultural appreciation

Ability to stay calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Do you have a passion for youth? Do you want to see every child have a bright future, no matter their past? Join the team at the Kentucky United Methodist Children’s Homes (KyUMH). We see lives change every day!

Why work for us

KyUMH has over 150 years of experience serving youth who have experienced trauma. We have a strong team culture centered around helping our clients find healing through professional therapeutic interventions.

You Will Receive

• Paid training as you learn how to support youth with trauma
• Free Employee Assistance Program

About this position

Location: Owensboro, KY

Compensation: $16.00 - $17.00 starting pay, an additional $1.50 per hour if bilingual in English and Spanish

Shift differential: $1.25 per hour shift differential for hours worked between 7pm and 7am

A Youth Care Associate (YCA) provides therapeutic support and supervision of youth throughout the course of all daily activities.

The ideal YCA will:

• Speak, read, and write in Spanish and English
• Work well on a team
• Accept and appreciate diverse cultures
• Have a high attention to detail
• Be passionate about helping at‑risk youth
• Be calm under pressure

A day in the life of a Youth Care Associate

• Provide supervision of youth to maintain a safe environment and oversee daily routine
• Be a welcoming, nurturing presence to encourage and support youth
• Ensure consistent implementation of client treatment plan in cooperation with treatment team
• Develop and participate in unit activities such as life skills exercises, recreation activities, cultural education, and spiritual life
• Ensure first aid and health care is provided for clients as specified by KyUMH policies
• Assume responsibility for a variety of campus activities, including but not limited to: driving a campus vehicle, transporting clients, clothing or supply shopping
• Record documentation according to policies and communicate professionally with external stakeholders as needed
• De‑escalate or physically manage children when they are a danger to themselves or others (training will be provided)

For this position, you must:

• Have a High School Diploma
• Have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Have the ability to speak, read, and write English
• Pass a background check, including federal and state fingerprint checks
• Pass a drug test pre‑employment
• Be able to complete required trainings and successfully implement and execute all skills
• Maintain ORR required vaccinations

Equal Opportunity Employer

KyUMH is committed to maintaining a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.