Direct Care

Overview Salary Range $13.00 - $15.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any High School Description Sunny Glen Children's Home Job Description Job Title: Direct Care Worker Department: Child Care Supervisor: Lead Supervisor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Prepared By: Human Resources Department Summary Direct Care Staff at Sunny Glen Children's Home are compassionate and experienced individuals who care for children who are in DFPS custody, are from difficult backgrounds, and experience behavioral and emotional challenges. Our goal is to reach the heart of each child in our care and help them heal from their traumas. To that end, Direct Care Staff must have a strong commitment to the youth and to understanding their lives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Must abide by Sunny Glen's mission of giving nurturing, trauma-informed care to children from difficult backgrounds Learn and abide by Sunny Glen Children's Home policies and procedures Learn and stay within Minimum Standards Work independently and as a team Maintain appropriate boundaries Attend training and meetings, as scheduled Possess sensitivity to the residents' cultural and socio-economic characteristics Supervise children in DFPS custody Uses strong organizational skills Must follow a daily schedule Maintain an orderly and clean unit that is always ready for inspection Prepare nutritious meals and snacks Administer medications, as needed Participate in social, recreational, and psychoeducational activities Assume responsibility for safe transportation Assist in orientation of new residents Oversee youth's homework, chores, hygiene, and other activities of daily living Be a positive role model for residents Teach residents healthy life skills Set appropriate behavioral limits Utilize positive child management techniques Assist youth in shaping their behavior Charting progress and incidents in Extended Reach (Case Management Software for quality improvement, data collection, reporting, and documentation) Participate in licensing investigations Participate in medical and therapy appointments if needed Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position Working weekends is required Competencies - To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others. Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits the ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively. Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date. Problem-Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Project Management - Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities. Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information. Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results. Performance Coaching - Defines responsibilities and expectations; sets goals and objectives; gives performance feedback; motivates for increased results; recognizes contributions; encourages training and development. Team Leadership - Fosters team cooperation; defines team roles and responsibilities; supports group problem solving; ensures progress toward goals; acknowledges team accomplishments. Delegation - Delegates work assignments; matches the responsibility to the person; gives authority to work independently; sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; provides recognition for results. Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others. Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; makes self-available to staff; provides regular performance feedback; develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); fosters quality focus in others; improves processes, products and services.; continually works to improve supervisory skills. Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; inspires respect and trust; provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates. The position will integrate Sunny Glen's Core Values throughout their day-to-day operations. Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; aligns work with strategic goals. Conflict Resolution - Encourages open communications; confronts difficult situations; maintains objectivity; keeps emotions under control; uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts. Recruitment & Staffing - Utilizes recruitment sources; exhibits sound interviewing skills; presents a positive, realistic view of the organization; analyzes and forecasts staffing needs; makes quality hiring decisions. Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources. Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities. Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; adapts strategy to changing conditions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sunny Glen