Youth Care Worker (Part-Time)

Company: Presbyterian Childrens Homes and Services
Location: Springfield
Posted on: August 30, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description: This is a flexible part- time position. Serve as a member of the treatment team for each assigned child, and consult with other team members as needed/requested to ensure that treatment planning goals are being met. Facilitates, in large measure, the socialization and daily living treatment objectives for each child, while at the same time ensuring the proper care, supervision and safety of each assigned child. Provides support and back-up to other Child Care staff as needed/requested. Complete personal possession inventory on all residents at time of admission and update routinely until time of discharge. Review background information on all new assigned residents. Set up and maintain living unit files, medication records, individual logs and crisis files. Participate in the development of the initial treatment plan by helping to identify significant treatment issues and suggesting treatment interventions appropriate to the daily living environment. Participate in the development of the Master Treatment Plan, as requested. Implement the socialization and daily living treatment objectives for each resident. Attend and participate in scheduled resident staffings, as requested. Participate in weekly treatment team meetings. Participate in scheduled supervisory meetings. Supervise and provide structure/guidance for residents at all times. Teach pro-social communication skills; daily living skills; anger management and conflict resolution skills; decision making skills. Provide verbal feedback to residents regarding skill growth. Dispense medication as prescribed after completing the Medication Technician Certification class. Maintain accurate medication records. Assess resident illnesses and injuries. Arrange for seriously ill or injured residents to be seen by the nurse and/or medical provider. Assess each resident's clothing needs. Assist in the purchase of new clothing, and monitor each resident's appearance daily for compliance with agency standards. Implement daily/weekly recreational activities. Prepare or assist in the preparation of meals as needed. Provide transportation for residents to school, appointments, jobs, etc., as needed. Supervise residents throughout the day/night. Complete bed checks as outlined by agency guidelines. Purchase food/household supplies, as needed, or complete necessary requisition forms for such items following agency guidelines. Maintain required food records on a daily basis. Conduct daily health/safety inspections of the living unit. Report needed vehicle/equipment/living unit repairs to maintenance and/or supervisor immediately. Conduct monthly fire, tornado and earthquake drills. Maintain a written record of all disaster drills and provide copy to proper supervisor. Keep possession of assigned keys at all times. Be aware of, and report any circumstances which might compromise the safety and security of any resident(s). Write a chronological summary of living unit activities on a daily basis, and write a brief summary of each resident's behavior, attitude, and activities on a daily basis. Maintain a proper accounting of all resident and living unit funds. Assist with risk management and quality improvement activities related to youth care/treatment and the daily living environment. Support and promote educational excellence for children in care. Demonstrate effective collaboration across departmental lines. Other duties as assigned.

Keywords: Presbyterian Childrens Homes and Services, Springfield , Youth Care Worker (Part-Time), Other , Springfield, Missouri