Developmental Youth Caregiver

Developmental Youth Caregiver

The Youth Caregiver provides supervision, care, and a positive relationship for youth ages 6-17 with developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and intellectual disabilities, residing in a therapeutic group home setting. This role includes providing support and guidance with daily living skills, hygiene and self-care.

The core responsibilities of this position include:

• Serving as a positive influence in the lives of youth through healthy relationship.
• Planning and engaging youth in recreational activities.
• Teaching youth life skills.
• Managing daily routines in the residential cottage.
• Providing trauma informed care and utilizing positive behavior management techniques when working with youth to prevent potential problematic behavior, promote positive behavior, and de-escalate incidents. (Training in de-escalation and behavior management models, CPI and TOOLS, provided onsite.)
• Providing supervision and monitoring through positive engagement with youth.
• Ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the cottage environment.
• Transporting youth to and from activities and other appointments.

Minimum qualifications include:

• High School diploma or GED Equivalent
• At least one (1) year of experience working with at-risk children and families or working in a residential setting. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Experience working with individuals that have been diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities strongly preferred but not required.
• At least 21 years of age.
• First Aid and CPR certified or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire (classes available onsite).
• Valid Florida driver's license with no record of criminal driving offense or license suspension.
• Insurable under CHN's current auto insurance policy.
• Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must successfully complete and maintain FDLE clearance, Federal background, and state criminal background check and sexual predator screening.