Youth Worker - 1st Shift PRN (Weekends)

Hillcrest Youth Services is currently seeking a 1st Shift, Weekends, PRN (part-time, as-needed) Youth Worker to join our team of dedicated professionals. This role is responsible for the supervision and support of youth in our residential program.

WHY WORK FOR HILLCREST?

- Part-time benefit options including Identity Theft, Critical Illness, and more!

- Student Loan Assistance Program

- Physical & Financial Wellness Programs

- Competitive Total Compensation Program

- Individualized orientation and training program

- We are GROWING!!

WHAT IS THIS POSITION RESPONSIBLE FOR?

- Supervision of residents.

- Work schedule: First Shift 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Applicants must be available a minimum of three (3) days per month. A 2-week training program (Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM) is required upon hire.

- Ability to be a positive role model.

- Provide fair and constructive discipline to the residents.

- Maintain security and safety of facility and residents at all times.

- Maintain complete and accurate resident records.

- Ability to manage personal stress.

- Administer appropriate medication(s).

- Knowledge of policy and procedure manual.

- Transportation of residents.

- Maintain laundry and general cleaning for each unit.

- Ability to work with youth of all ages.

- Screen all admissions/referrals for appropriateness of Hillcrest's programming.

Qualifications

WHAT'S REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION?

- Must be 21 years old.

- High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a closely related Human Services field is highly preferred.

- Work schedule: First Shift 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Applicants must be available a minimum of three (3) days per month. A 2-week training program (Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM) is required upon hire.

- Previous work with juveniles highly preferred.

- Demonstrated proficiency with interpersonal and writing skills.

- Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.

- Must have valid driver's license and qualify for Company's vehicle liability insurance.

- Candidates must pass required background checks including county/state checks, fingerprinting, CPS check, sex offender registry check, and drug screen.

If you are interested in joining a fun, friendly, innovative team, apply today!

EOE/AA including Veterans and Disabled

If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (812) 435-2057.