Direct Care Worker (Weekends)

Job Title: Residential Care Specialist

Classification: Full-time, Non-exempt

Shift: 7:00am - 11:00pm (16 hr. shifts, Sat-Sun)

Reports to: House Manager

Location: LaPorte, TX

Benefits: Robust benefits package, generous PTO, matching retirement

Position Description:

The Residential Care Specialist will be the front-line worker responsible for day-to-day operations of the milieu. The Residential Care Specialist is also responsible for the safety and well-being of the children and youth assigned to their care, as well as the coordination and implementation of the interventions and activities designed to promote growth and a stable environment as they move through the program toward independent living.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Complete all assigned written paperwork, including daily progress notes, shift logs, Incident Report and Restraint Forms and other communications prior to shift.
• Assist in the development of therapeutic relationships while encouraging personal growth of children and youth in care toward independence through role modeling and approved therapeutic interventions.
• Provide education and adequate supplies for proper hygiene habits and social skills.
• Implement the therapeutic program as designed for children and youth in care in a consistent manner and provides logical and rational interventions as needed to ensure their safety and wellbeing; act as charge person in the absence of a shift supervisor or as assigned.
• Keep informed of the needs of children and youth in care to be able to provide consistency in programming; participate in the exchange of information at each shift change.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of activities; actively participate in those activities with the children and youth as directed.

Required Qualifications:

• Certification in First Aid and CPR (May be obtained upon hire)
• Relevant experience working with children and/or youth.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must participate in behavior management and physical restraint training once hired.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with electronic health records.
• Two (2) years’ experience working with at risk youth.
• Bachelors degree in human or social service-related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient with basic computer skills.
• Ability to analyze issues, make sound decisions and problem solve.
• Ability to work cooperatively with team members and other staff.
• Exhibit professionalism and sound ethical practices.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse populations and work force.
• Ability to implement therapeutic treatment plans consistently.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Work Conditions:

• Potential exposure to blood and body fluids
• Range of Schedule: Weekends, 7:00am - 11:00pm (16 hr. shifts, Sat-Sun)
• Travel: Drive agency vehicle, Transport clients (Valid Texas Driver/Auto Insurance required)
• Environment: Residential

DePelchin is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace.

DePelchin is committed to selecting and employing the best and most qualified person available for each job opening without unlawful discrimination of any kind. Additionally, DePelchin is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation.

DePelchin Children’s Center supports and sustains children and the families who care for them. We provide comprehensive services focused on ensuring all children are part of safe, caring homes. We deploy evidence-based practices and strategies to prevent maltreatment, preserve healthy families, and bring healing to children who have experienced trauma by enhancing their physical health and mental well-being.