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Job description
The Salem Group is a professional staffing firm with over 30 years of experience in putting people first! We are proud to match job seekers with reputable employers throughout the U.S.
Our valued Non-profit partner is looking for Youth Care Workers to join their growing team! This position provides direct care services, supervises, and ensures the safety of youth in a city-wide shelter program. Employees will act as an advocate, educator, coach and role model for the youth.
What will you do as a Youth Care Worker?
- Conducts intakes as assigned
- Helps youth participants to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self, personal strengths, and challenges. Ensures participants follow implemented Individual Service Plans and behavior mentorship plans
- Accompanies and oversees youth during off site/outdoor appointments, trips, and activities
- Engages youth in daily routines and activities
- Responsible for timely and accurate documentation (e.g. incident reports, contact with Youths' families, log entries, e-mail, and contact with on-call supervisor). Submits such documentation to supervisor within designated timelines.
- Participates in professional development/supervision meetings
Who qualifies for the Youth Care Worker position?- High School Diploma or equivalent and minimum of two (2) years' experience in case work, human services or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Fluency in a second language a MUST
- Must be 21+ years of age
- Must be able to pass a background check as required by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (fingerprinting included)
- MUST BE COVID 19 VACCINATED
What hours will the Youth Care Worker work?- 1st Shift 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM
- 2nd Shift 4:00 PM-12:30 AM
- Schedule may include having to work weekends
- 40 Hour workweek
- All positions are assignment-to-hire after 10 weeks.
- Excellent benefits and PTO provided upon permanent hire
How much will you earn as a Youth Care Worker?- Starting pay is $19 per hour
- Get paid weekly!
- Direct deposit and pay card options available for all Salem employees
- Referral and performance bonuses are available!
Interview immediately. Don't wait to apply!
Ready to learn more? Submit your resume and one of our friendly Staffing Managers will contact you soon!
EEO The Salem Group provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other category protected by law.
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Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $19.00 per hour
Day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- a second language (Required)
Work Location: In person