Youth Worker I (A Shift, 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)

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Job description

Position: Youth Worker I (A Shift, 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)

Classification: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Shift Supervisor

Location: Richmond, TX

Benefits: Available benefits listed

Who We Are:

DePelchin Children's Center is an accredited foster care and adoption agency, serving the most vulnerable children and families in Texas and working to break the cycles of abuse and neglect. We believe that every child deserves to be safe and healthy. Our approach to caring for children integrates prevention, foster care, and adoption programs to improve the mental health and physical well-being of children who are at risk of entering or are in the State's child welfare system.

Position Description:

The Youth Worker is responsible for the safety and well-being of the children and youth assigned to their care including, the coordination and implementation of the interventions and activities designed to promote growth and a stable environment as they move toward permanent placement, and ensure the needs of children and youth in care are being met in accordance with State and Agency policy and procedure.

Primary Responsibilities:

* Implement the therapeutic program as designed for children and youth in care in a consistent manner and provides logical and rational interventions as needed to ensure their safety and wellbeing; act as charge person in the absence of a shift supervisor or as assigned.
* Assist in the planning and implementation of activities; actively participate in those activities with the children and youth as directed.
* Provide education and adequate supplies for proper hygiene habits and social skills.
* Assist in the development of therapeutic relationships while encouraging personal growth of children and youth in care toward independence through role modeling and approved therapeutic interventions.
* Keep informed of the needs of children and youth in care to be able to provide consistency in programming; participate in the exchange of information at each shift change.
* Attend and actively participate in all team and other staff meetings as directed.
* Complete all assigned written paperwork, including daily progress notes, shift logs, Incident Report and Restraint Forms and other communications prior to shift end, ensure accurate, grammatically correct, and legible communication; ensure all documentation is in compliance with Policy and Standards.
* Ensure compliance with Residential and Agency Policy and Procedure as well as TDFPS Minimum Standards.
* Assist with admission and discharge of children and youth as needed.
* Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

* High school diploma or GED.
* Must maintain certification in First Aid and CPR.
* Must participate in annual behavior management and physical restraint training.
* Must have a valid Texas driver license and maintain a clean driving record.
* Must be 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in a human or social service related field.
* Relevant experience working with children and/or adolescents.

Travel:

* Drive center vehicle.
* Valid Texas Driver's License required.

Why do people join, stay, and thrive at DePelchin?

At DePelchin, we strive to ensure that each employee feels supported, safe, heard, and valued. We asked our employees what matters most, and they tell us that working at DePelchin is a rewarding experience because the work we do impacts the lives of children and families. Our employees have a passion for our mission and are committed to a culture of C.A.R.I.N.G. in which they are Committed to Excellence, Accountable for their actions, are Respectful, operate in Integrity, are Nice, and Generous. These core values are the foundation for how we do our work and achieve our mission to "Strengthen the lives of children by enhancing their mental health and physical well-being."

In addition to a competitive salary, DePelchin encourages wellness and promotes preventive care, by offering benefits and resources to help its employees lead healthy, balanced lives. Our benefit package includes:

* Medical, dental and vision plans for employee and eligible dependents
* 403(b) retirement plan with match
* Paid life insurance
* Generous paid time off plan (PTO)
* 9 paid holidays each year
* Extended time off for FMLA qualified events (ETO)
* Family Medical Leave (FMLA)
* Tuition Reimbursement Program
* Wellness Initiatives
* Convenient central location with free parking
* Credit Union
* Employee Assistance Program
* Service Award Program

Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility vary based on scheduled hours worked, location, and length of service at DePelchin.

DePelchin is an equal opportunity employer.

DePelchin complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All personnel actions relating to otherwise qualified individuals are administered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, layoff, recall, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and educational, recreational, and/or social programs. DePelchin is committed to selecting and employing the best and most qualified person available for each job opening without unlawful discrimination of any kind. Additionally, DePelchin is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation.