Youth Care Worker 2nd Shift

Overview Job Title: Youth Care Worker Department: Child Care Supervisor: Shift Leader FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: SGCH New Life Resiliency Center - San Benito, TX 78586 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Prepared by: Human Resources Department Responsibilities Provides direct supervision of children in care and always maintains line-of-sight. Oversees recreation, mealtime, relaxing time, and play. Assists during transitions and movement of children between activities and locations. Interacts with children in an appropriate manner, including during recreational time. Ensures adherence to contract agency policies and procedures. Ensures quality care for all children and timely responses to needs. Provides for children’s needs such as protection of valuables, clothing distribution, and laundry services. Provides reports to the manager regarding children’s needs, activities, and time/location documentation. Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy environment by following applicable standards of care. Notifies supervisor of medical concerns related to assigned children. Attends appropriate internal and external meetings. Able to evacuate at short notice to accompany residents to another city for extended periods if required. Performs duties in a safe manner and follows corporate safety policy. Participates in safety meetings, training, and goals. Identifies safety concerns and communicates with supervision. Ensures safety and security of all children and operating conditions within the area of responsibility. Maintains a clean and orderly work area. Other duties may be assigned. Competencies Continuous Learning Job Knowledge Use of Technology Problem-Solving Communications Cooperation Oral Communication Written Communication Delegation Leadership Quality Management Visionary Leadership Conflict Resolution Cost Consciousness Ethics Organizational Support Strategic Thinking Adaptability Achievement Focus Attendance/Punctuality Dependability Initiative Innovation Judgment Quality Quantity Safety and Security Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish. Education and Experience Minimum of a High School Diploma or its equivalent. At least 1 year of experience with children in child welfare, medical, or social service settings is required. Other Requirements Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business materials; ability to write reports and correspondence; ability to present information to groups. Mathematical Skills: Basic mathematical concepts and ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in various formats. Computer Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid Texas Driver’s License; TB screening showing no contagious TB. EEO Note: Sunny Glen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and complies with all applicable federal and state employment laws. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sunny Glen Childrens Home