Are YOU skilled in working with vulnerable teens? WE NEED YOU! HIRING ON CALL! HOURLY START AT $19
We are seeking qualified and caring individuals interested in working with male children between the ages of 11-17 years old (up to 5 in the house) who have experienced abuse or neglect. Our goal is to provide an emergency and temporary, yet safe and stable environment.
Shift availability: We are looking Swing and Overnight
- Full and Part-Time Positions
- Day :7am-3pm
- Swing Shifts: 3pm-11pm.
- Overnight Shifts: 11pm-7am
- Weekends as needed
- Overnight Requirement: Must stay awake and alert for the entire overnight shift.
Responsibility
- Document daily shift activities following program policies and contract standards.
- Supervise and monitor youth to ensure compliance with rules and safety, maintaining auditory and visual line of sight.
- Assess and respond to youth behaviors and attitudes appropriately.
- Conduct contraband control and confiscation procedures.
- Provide feedback on resident programs, treatment, or case plans.
- Facilitate meetings, therapeutic groups, and structured activities as directed.
- Handle intake, discharge, and orientation procedures for youth.
- Prepare incident and informational reports as needed.
- Assist with meal service, storage, and preparation.
- Oversee family visitations and assist external personnel and volunteers.
- Manage medication storage and dispensing in line with program policies.
- Transport youth to outside activities per guidelines.
- Act as shift lead in the absence of the on-site program manager.
- Conduct safety checks of the facility and grounds.
- Report safety, sanitation, and security concerns as needed.
- Ensure compliance with health, hygiene, safety, and maintenance standards.
- Supervise youth's schoolwork, chores, and cleaning duties.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Age 21+, or 18-21 if enrolled in an internship with JMC or a related Bachelor’s program with supervision.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Transportation required: Must safely transport self and clients; proof of adequate vehicle insurance or ability to travel to areas without public transit.
- High school diploma/GED/HSEC required.
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with teens or young adults in fields like foster care, education, juvenile justice, mental health, or homelessness.
- Strong youth engagement and relationship-building skills.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- First Aid and CPR certification, or complete within 30 days of hire.
- HIV/bloodborne pathogens training, or complete within 30 days of hire.
- Adaptable, collaborative, and thrives in a team environment.
- High ownership and strong work ethic.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to think on your feet.
- Service-oriented with a passion for helping others.
Travel Requirements:
- Some travel required, mainly local or regional for training or transporting youth.
- Must have reliable transportation to and from the facility.
- Valid driver’s license required, with at least three years of driving experience.
- Driving record must meet standards:
- No more than two moving violations in the last three years.
- No major incidents (e.g., reckless driving, DUI/DWI, or speeding 20+ mph over the limit) in the last five years.
- Valid vehicle registration needed if driving on company business.
Work Environment:
Indoors and outdoors in a home setting.
- Exposure to typical household hazards.
Physical Requirements:
- Visual inspection of clients and rooms for contraband.
- Lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
- Ability to sit or stand continuously; bend, squat, kneel, and reach overhead.
- Climb stairs as needed.
- Perform tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and behavior management while maintaining line of sight.
- Stay awake and alert to meet clients' needs during all shifts.
Salary:
$19 per hour.
Location: On- Site Midland/Tacoma
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person