Youth Care Worker

Methodist Home For Children Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Medical HSA

Dental and vision

403B retirement plan

Credit union membership

Employee assistance program

Professional growth

Job summary

Methodist Home for Children in Franklin, NC is seeking a Youth Care Worker to guide adolescents with structure, support, and leadership. You’ll help teach life skills, maintain the home, and support youths in building confidence and direction.

This hands-on, team-oriented role emphasizes responsibility, respect, and steady guidance, with schedules for full-time day shifts and a commitment to a safe, caring environment for every resident.

Qualifications

• Age 21+
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with youth (coaching, mentoring, community programs, or similar roles all count)
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable record
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and extended shifts

Responsibilities

• Provide steady guidance: Use our proven model of care to support youth through daily routines and challenges.
• Maintain a safe environment: Supervise activities, keep the home organized, and help create a calm, respectful atmosphere.
• Work as part of a team: Coordinate with coworkers, families, volunteers, and community partners.
• Lead by example: Show young people what responsibility, respect, and good decision-making look like in real life.

Job description

Job Description

Youth Care Worker

Location: Franklin, NC (Macon County)

Pay: $15+/hour (based on experience and education)

Schedules Available: Full-time Days

About Methodist Home for Children

Methodist Home for Children has been serving North Carolina families for decades. Our mission is simple: give kids a safe place to grow, learn, and build a better future. We operate residential homes, support foster families, and partner with public agencies to help youth get back on track.

About the Role

If you’re someone who likes meaningful work, enjoys being part of a team, and wants to make a difference right here in your own community, this job is worth a look.

As a Youth Care Worker at our multipurpose home in Franklin, you’ll help guide adolescents who need structure, support, and steady leadership. You’ll be part of a crew that teaches life skills, keeps the home running smoothly, and helps young people build confidence and direction.

This is hands-on work. It’s active. It’s team-oriented. And it matters.

What You’ll Do

• Provide steady guidance: Use our proven model of care to support youth through daily routines and challenges.

• Maintain a safe environment: Supervise activities, keep the home organized, and help create a calm, respectful atmosphere.

• Work as part of a team: Coordinate with coworkers, families, volunteers, and community partners.

• Lead by example: Show young people what responsibility, respect, and good decision-making look like in real life.

What We’re Looking For

• Age 21+

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience working with youth (coaching, mentoring, community programs, or similar roles all count)

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable record

• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and extended shifts when needed

If you’ve worked in coaching, recreation, security, trades, military service, or any job where teamwork and steady leadership matter, you’ll likely be a great fit.

Why Work With Us

We take care of our team so you can take care of the kids.

• Paid holidays

• Vacation and sick leave (unused sick leave rolls over)

• Medical HSA plans, plus optional dental and vision

• 403B retirement plan with employer match

• Coastal Credit Union membership

• Employee Assistance Program for confidential support

• Opportunities to grow professionally and build a meaningful career

Equal Opportunity Employer

Methodist Home for Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and able to succeed.

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