Youth Care Worker 2nd Shift
Company: Upbring
Location: Brownsville
Posted on: May 8, 2024
Job Description:
Overview
About Upbring -
At Upbring, we are servants on a mission to break the cycle of
child abuse. We are warriors, brave as the thousands of Texas
Children and families we serve. We stand up for those who can't
speak for themselves. We are a family who values innovation,
empathy, patience, understanding and trustworthiness.
About our Children's Shelters
Many children begin life in the face of serious challenges. Instead
of playing pretend and imagining grand adventures, unaccompanied
children face perilous conditions alone as they travel to
unfamiliar countries, leaving home and loved ones behind to escape
war and violence. Our children's centers, operated through a grant
from the Office of Refugee and Resettlement (ORR), provide safety,
stability and wraparound services. We help children grow into
adults who have received love and kindness, instead of only
violence and chaos.
What You'll Do as a Youth Care Worker
The Youth Care Worker is responsible for providing direct care
supervision and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for
Unaccompanied Children (UC) in accordance with Office of Refugee
Resettlement(ORR) licensing standards, Agency, program, policies,
standards, other federal, state, CARF and local regulatory
requirements.
Our Upbring staff members are servant-leaders in the pursuit of
breaking the cycle of child abuse and empowering others to do the
same through example while embodying our core values: We are
Warriors. We are Servants. We are Family.
2nd Shift
All Upbring Children's Shelters employees must comply with ORR's
vaccination mandate. -
All staff must be able to show proof of immunity to
vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route
if working directly with unaccompanied children (UC). Medical and
Religious exemptions may be requested after an offer of employment
is accepted. -
Responsibilities
We Are Warriors - We Set the Standards for Child Welfare
Work Standards for a Youth Care Worker
- Conduct intake services for incoming UC to include, but not
limited to: completing the necessary paperwork and assessment,
providing the UC with an overview of the program services, and
assist with the initial placement; assist with new UC
orientation
- Provide basic needs to UC upon arrival to the program, which
includes, but is not limited to meal, clothing, hygiene products,
shower, bedroom assignment; support routines of UC through
assistance and supervision of wake-up, bedtime, personal care,
completion of chores, homework, meals, recreational activities, and
laundry
- Perform behavior management, oversee therapeutic activities,
and crisis intervention
- Supervise UC and set appropriate behavior limits in accordance
with the UC's individual treatment and behavior plan and ORR
standards
- Provide appropriate intervention to ensure UC safety and
well-being; provide 1:1 monitoring of medical, mental health and/or
behavioral as directed by management or a member of the clinical or
multidisciplinary team
- Clean, organize, and maintain the UC living space to provide a
safe environment
- Observe UC and provide feedback for the purpose of updating the
UC's behavior plans or improving their basic living and
environment
- Conduct regular and consistent 15-minute headcounts of UC under
care
- Youth Care Worker perform other duties as assigned
Communication -
- Follow individual plans and behavior support plans to provide
appropriate services to UC and document those interactions using
designated forms and/or database
- Ensure all forms and progress notes are properly completed
using the necessary forms and/or database to ensure compliance with
ORR standards and federal, state, and local regulatory
requirements; document planned interventions, behavior incidents,
and general observation of UC skills, behaviors, and mood using the
appropriate forms
- Provide the appropriate Therapeutic Crisis Intervention when
required or directed by management or a member of the
interdisciplinary or treatment team
We Are Servants- We Help Others
Teamwork
- Youth Care Workers assist UC's with social skills, anger
management, and daily living skills; teach, supervise, and assist
residents in achieving their daily goals
- Assist Unit Manager of being point of contact in the absence of
the Shift Supervisor
- Support, teach and provide UC with a full range of basic care
needs, including, but not limited to bathing, feeding, cleaning,
shopping, and laundry
- Work closely with immediate management to plan and implement
social and recreational activities for UC
- Accompany UC on outings and activities to promote community
inclusion; accompany and/or transport UC to airport, appointments,
outings, and activities using established safety protocol. Load and
unload residents into the designed vehicle
- Report UC safety hazards and risks to the management and/or the
clinical staff in a timely manner
- Must assist in the evacuation of UC as needed due to inclement
weather conditions, natural disasters, or other unforeseen
occurrences
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with the
management, program and clinical staff, UC, and volunteers to meet
the needs of the UC and ensure the program goals and objectives are
being met
- Work closely with management, the program, and clinical staff
to ensure program operations, goals and objectives are being met
and the UC are receiving the highest quality of services and
support
- Must assist in the evacuation of UC as needed due to inclement
weather conditions, natural disasters, or other unforeseen
occurrences
We Are Family - We Are Passionate & Compassionate
Building Relationships
- Accompany and participate in group therapy sessions for UC, as
needed
- Interact and build a positive and respectful rapport with UC to
reinforce positive behavior and promote social interaction
- Work as team player and exhibit professional behavior and a
positive attitude with both internal and external clients that
reflects positively on the Agency and is consistent with Agency
policies and practices
- Always work within the Agency's Code of Ethics and establish
working relationships within the ethical boundaries established
with staff and UC
- Actively participate in exhibiting cultural awareness and
sensitivity when interacting with children, parent(s)/guardian(s),
staff, and the community
Qualifications
Youth Care Worker Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (based on service area and
service population)
- 1-year employment experience in the child welfare field working
with children and/or adolescents
- Prior full time experience in any setting preferably with youth
or adolescents
- Must be able to work extended shifts during periods of influx,
including 12-hr shifts at least once a week or more
- Ability to use visual and auditory awareness within the work
environment
- Always demonstrated ability to establish trust and a positive
rapport with children and work within ethical boundaries
- Ability to provide conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
to ensure the well-being and safety of residents
- Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to give and
follow written and oral instructions
- Ability to effectively organize and prioritize job duties and
resident needs
- Ability to work both in a team environment and
independently
- Ability to remain claim and exhibit compassion
- Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally
in difficult and stressful situations
- Proficient with basic computer skills, Microsoft Office (Word
and Excel), and documentation programs/database
Youth Care Worker Preferred Qualifications
- Associates degree in Social Services, Human Services, or
closely related field
- 2 years' previous experience performing direct care services to
children and adolescents
Perks at Upbring
- Competitive PTO & paid holidays -
- Health, dental, vision insurance & more! -
- 403(b) Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 24/7 access to telemedicine and counseling services -
- Discounted Gym Memberships -
Physical Demands & Work Conditions for a Youth Care Worker
- This position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting,
bending, kneeling, twisting, and reaching
- Position works in a child facility and has constant exposure to
children
- Lift, push, pull, move up to 50 lbs.
The physical requirements for this position with or without
reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this
position successfully. While performing this position the employee
with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to
walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach
with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and
use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a
computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if
applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may
include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to
adjust focus.
Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Belonging--- -
We are a diverse and inclusive organization that recognizes our
strength is in the efforts of our selfless warriors. Honoring and
recognizing the value and dignity of all individuals is the
cornerstone of our agency. The more diverse the individuals,
thought processes and lived experiences, the greater the
opportunity is to combine unique perspectives to make a greater
impact. Our trust, respect, and appreciation for one another is
demonstrated through our communication, celebration of progress and
relentless effort to be at our best to fulfill our mission to break
the cycle of child abuse. -
Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age,
sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender
identity, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic
information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran
status.
Keywords: Upbring, Mission , Youth Care Worker 2nd Shift, Other , Brownsville, Texas
Didn't find what you're looking for? Search again!
Loading more jobs...