Youth Care Worker

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision

Free preventive care & 24/7 telehealth

HSA with company contributions

Employer-paid life & disability

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness rewards & discounts

Optional pet, accident & critical Illl

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) in El Paso, TX, is seeking a Youth Care Worker to provide direct care, supervision, and guidance to refugee and immigrant youth in a residential setting. You will support routines, behavior growth, and a nurturing environment, working with a multidisciplinary team to promote safety and stability.

You are compassionate, patient, and able to communicate effectively with youth from diverse backgrounds. A valid driver’s license and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient approach when working with youth.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to supporting diverse young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, supervision, and guidance to refugee and immigrant youth in a residential setting.
• Ensure safety, well-being, and positive development by supporting daily routines, guiding behavioral growth, and fostering a stable, nurturing environment.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote a safe, structured, and culturally responsive space.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

If guiding, supporting, and inspiring kids sounds like your kind of fun, keep reading!

The mission of CPLC's Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) is to promote the health, well-being, and stability of refugees, unaccompanied alien children, and other eligible individuals and families, through culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based services. Our vision is for all new arrivals to be welcomed with equitable, high-quality services and resources so they can maximize their potential.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT IN THIS ROLE?

As a Youth Care Worker, you will provide direct care, supervision, and guidance to refugee and immigrant youth in a residential setting. You will ensure their safety, well-being, and positive development by supporting daily routines, guiding behavioral growth, and fostering a stable, nurturing environment. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you will promote a safe, structured, and culturally responsive space where children and youth can flourish.

WHO YOU ARE:

You are compassionate, patient, and enjoy working with children and adolescents. You thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and can exercise sound judgment in challenging situations. You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and you’re committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people from diverse backgrounds.

Minimum Qualifications And Competencies

Education / Background:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional coursework or training in child welfare, social work, psychology, or related field preferred


• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children or adolescents in child welfare, residential, or behavioral health settings


• Must be at least 21 years of age


• Valid driver’s license required and must meet organizational insurance requirements


• Must successfully pass all background checks

WHAT DOES CPLC OFFER YOU AS A VALUED EMPLOYEE?

We know our success is driven by exceptional talent, and we provide a competitive suite of benefits to support you and your family:

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage


• Free preventive care & 24/7 telehealth (no copay)


• HSA with CPLC contributions up to $2,400/year


• Employer-paid life & disability insurance


• 401(k) with company match


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Wellness rewards & exclusive discounts


• Optional pet, accident & critical illness insurance

Your skills can help shape brighter futures. Join the CPLC team in El Paso and guide minors toward a safer, more hopeful tomorrow.

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.