At YSB, we work hard to make kids matter every day! We are a non-profit organization that has Residential, Family, and Community Based programs for children and families.
We are searching for Full-Time and Part-Time Residential Child Care Worker/Youth Advocates to work in our Residential programs (Stormbreak Girls Group Home, Burrowes Street Youth Haven, Independent Living program). Please visit our website at www.ccysb.com for program descriptions.
Some of the position responsibilities include:
Responsibilities
- Care for and supervise youth, ensure safety, mediate conflicts, provide meals, administer medication as needed, and transport youth to appointments and/or school as necessary
- Provide assistance to program residents to improve or enhance skills in areas such as anger management, problem solving, decision-making, time management, strengthening peer relations, increasing employ ability, and goal setting and achievement
- Assisting in individual, family, or group counseling
- Participating in recreational activities
Qualifications
- 21 years of age or older
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Practical experience with youth, or significant related coursework
- Ability to evenings and weekends, and overnight awake hours
Salary
$15-18/hr BOE
Centre County Youth Service Bureau does not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person