Description:
Nexus Family Healing is looking to add a Youth Care Professional 2nd Shift team member to join our residential location in Portland, Oregon!
This small PRTF program serves up to six youth at a time, ages 10-17 with mental and developmental disabilities who have become involved in the justice system. The program, located at Nexus’ Walden Crossing, is a secure location, providing high staff to youth ratios as well as 24/7 nursing, recreational and therapeutic professionals, psychiatric services, and an array of other types of therapies.
Join an organization that makes a true difference in the lives of youth and their families!
Schedule/Pay/Location:
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Afternoon (2nd) shift 30 hours: Thursday -Saturday 1:00pm - 11:30pm
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Pay Rate: $23.00+ per hour
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Walden Crossing Address: 722 NE 162nd Ave, Portland OR 97320
Nexus’ Comprehensive Benefits Include:
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Four weeks paid time off (PTO) in the first year of employment
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Multiple options for health insurance coverage
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No-cost life insurance
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Short/long-term disability insurance
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401k match
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NEW – Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family
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NEW – Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family
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NEW – Carrot Fertility Benefit
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Continuous learning and training opportunities
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Advancement pathways and internal promotion
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And much more!
As a Youth Care Professional, you will:
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Support and reinforce the therapeutic plan of clients by providing guidance and direction to residents in their daily living activities
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Provide mentorship and supervision of the resident's daily activities and behavior according to established guidelines and procedures
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Participate with coworkers as a team in the implementation of treatment plans and therapeutic services
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Remain cognizant of individual client phases, privileges, restrictions, and adapt interactions accordingly
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Ensure resident safety and collaborate with coworkers to maintain an environment that is positive, respectful, clean, and therapeutic
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Work effectively with clients’ families/support networks to reinforce positive family partnerships; follow established protocols in the use of family engagement and involvement techniques
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Plan and participate in off-campus resident activities and assist in the transportation of clients to home visits, doctor appointments, and planned recreational activities
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
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Must be 21 Years of Age
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Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent
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Must have a valid driver's license
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A desire to work in the human services field & caring for at-risk youth
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Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges.
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Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values.
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Successfully participate and complete a three-part Nonviolent Crisis Intervention exam and training
Physical Demands
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Must be able to assist staff in physical interventions and restraints of clients
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Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance
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Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours)
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Must be able to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities within a residential treatment facility
At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith.Our ICARE Values:
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Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches
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Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern
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Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly
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Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate
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Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards
APPLY TODAY TO BE CONTACTED BY OUR RECRUITING TEAM! When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives — including your own!
