Youth Care Worker (Full Time) - Ward Home

AUBERLE GROUP; McKeesport (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading human service organization is seeking Youth Care Workers to provide 24-hour care for youth facing behavioral issues. The role involves developing relationships, ensuring safety, and supervising routines. Candidates should have a flexible schedule, a high school diploma, and experience with youth. Auberle offers excellent training and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid Vacation Days

11 Paid Holidays

Basic and Optional Life Insurance

403 B with employer match

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and youth is required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to obtain Act 33/34 clearances and FBI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop appropriate relationships with youth and supervise routines.
• Document necessary information and transport youth as assigned.
• Utilize a trauma-informed approach to create a safe environment.

Skills

Flexibility

Communication

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Youth Care Workers

Auberle and Ward are growing! As part of a nationally recognized, award winning human service organization they serve 4,000 individuals and families each year. Our staff is comprised of passionate individuals who are committed to finding innovative ways to solve our community's most difficult problems. We are committed to working to build and sustain an equitable and inclusive work environment, and world, where cultural diversity is celebrated and valued. We believe diversity benefits and enriches the development of all! Our staff have voted us as a Top Workplace by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette for 11 years in a row. 2023 Top Nonprofit Workplace in the country. Auberle operates over 20 programs in 10 Western PA counties with 200 staff members and a $16M+ budget.

The Youth Care Positions work at our McKeesport and Swissvale sites including evenings and weekends. A trauma informed approach is utilized across Auberle / Ward Home to help create a safe and welcoming place to grow.

We provide 24-hour care for youth experiencing behavior issues or family problems severe enough to keep them from remaining at home or with a family member. Auberle staff work in tandem with placing agencies to transition youth into a permanent living arrangement. Youth Care Workers develop appropriate relationships with youth, provide a positive role model and supervise the youth in all routines to ensure safety and well-being. Youth Care Workers document as necessary, and transport youth as assigned.

Qualifications

Key Objectives :

• This position requires a flexible schedule and / or shift work including weekends, evenings and holidays.
• This position requires a High School Diploma or GED and experience working with children and youth.
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• A valid driver's license and proof of insurance are mandatory
• Must be 21 years of age or older and be able to obtain Act 33 / 34 clearances (criminal and child abuse) as well as FBI clearance pre-employment

Auberle offers excellent training opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package

• Paid Vacation Days (increases with tenure)
• 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve)
• Basic and Optional Life Insurance
• Optional Supplemental Insurances
• 403 B with an employer match
• Educational Assistance
• Ability to apply for public service loan forgiveness

If you are mission-driven with a passion for helping others, a desire to see yourself and the youth succeed and a determination to reach your full potential through helping families, apply to join our team!