The Direct Care Worker is responsible for monitoring, supervising, and assisting children on a day-to-day basis in his or her assigned program area within the shelter. This includes but is not limited to: constant surveillance of children assigned to his/her program, assure that children are clean, dressed and well groomed, maintaining a clean and safe shelter environment, adhering to established schedules and routines for children, managing children’s behavior in appropriate manner, recording observations in log book, keeping supervisor informed as to behaviors, incidents, and observations regarding the children and facility.
Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one year of related experience.
Must complete the following backgrounds: SLED, Central Registry, FBI fingerprints and MVR record.
Must be 23 years old or older.
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Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
This Job Is:
- A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
- A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Work Remotely
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
- People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
- Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
- Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
- High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
