Direct Care II staff are key members of Centerboard’s Youth Service Campus treatment team. In this role, you’ll support youth in a trauma-informed residential setting by providing structure, supervision, and skill-building. You will help create a safe, supportive environment while teaching healthy coping strategies and responding effectively to behavioral and emotional needs.
Direct Care II staff also provide shift leadership, supervise program operations, and ensure accurate documentation. This is a safety-sensitive position involving driving and medication administration. The hours for this position are Sunday-Thursday 11pm-7am.
Provide direct care, supervision, and support to youth during daily activities and programming
Model and maintain trauma-informed, youth-centered care
Respond to crises using approved behavior management techniques
Support and supervise staff and program operations during assigned shifts
Build positive, healthy relationships with youth, families, and team members
Teach life skills and support youth in preparation for young adulthood
Transport youth to school, appointments, court, and community activities
Prepare meals and maintain a clean, safe residential environment
Administer and document medications in compliance with MAP requirements
Complete required safety checks, room searches, fire drills, and drug screenings
Ensure smooth shift transitions and communicate critical information to on-call staff
