Direct Care Worker
Core
Provide 24/7 direct care, supervision, and safety for children and youth (ages 0-21) in a congregate residential center, including trauma-informed support, crisis intervention, and daily living assistance.
Role type
Senior IC direct care worker (congregate care)
Builds
Safe, structured living environment for children in temporary care
Domain
Child welfare / Juvenile justice / Residential care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Crisis de-escalation, physical restraint techniques, contraband search, individual/group activity planning, documentation/reporting, chaperoning/transport, hygiene assistance, behavior monitoring
Preferred skills
Trauma-informed care approach, experience with emotionally disturbed youth
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Oversee care and development of dependent/neglected children; supervise youths in facilities and during community activities; intervene in crisis situations; conduct room inspections and searches; assist with personal hygiene and daily activities; complete incident reports and logs; chaperone youth to appointments and court.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC