Youth Support Specialist - Trauma-Informed Residential Care

Albertina Kerr Centers; Salem (OR); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Training program

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Albertina Kerr Centers in Salem is seeking a direct care role at a Ward Dr Group Home. You will work swing shift, helping youth with daily living tasks, routines, school prep, meals, and community activities to foster independence.

You will build safe relationships, respond to trauma-related behaviors, follow behavior support plans, and collaborate with families and care teams to deliver consistent, high-quality support. A compassionate, patient approach is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong social skills.
• Ability to lift, push and pull 50 pounds.
• Basic cooking skills and willingness to learn new recipes.
• Basic cleaning skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills.
• Prefer candidates who can work at least one weekend day.
• Able to meet background and reference checks and driving requirements (valid driver’s license; no more than two driving infractions in the last two years).

Aufgaben

• Build safe, trusting relationships with youth.
• Support daily living needs, including personal care.
• Help youth develop skills for independence and adulthood.
• Follow behavior support plans and ensure safety.
• Collaborate with families, medical professionals, and team members.
• Monitor health and well-being.
• Support youth in the community and across program needs.
• Occasionally assist at other group homes as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Social skills

Teamwork

Physical ability

Flexibility

Jobbeschreibung

Albertina Kerr Centers in Salem is seeking a direct care role at a Ward Dr Group Home. You will work swing shift, helping youth with daily living tasks, routines, school prep, meals, and community activities to foster independence.

You will build safe relationships, respond to trauma-related behaviors, follow behavior support plans, and collaborate with families and care teams to deliver consistent, high-quality support. A compassionate, patient approach is essential.