Hillcrest Youth Services is currently seeking a full-time Youth Care Worker (1st shift - off Tues/Weds) to add to our team of professionals.  This position will be responsible for the supervision of the youth in our residential program.

WHY WORK FOR HILLCREST?

• AFFORDABLE Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance that starts DAY ONE of employment for full-time employees!


• 401K Employer Contribution & Match


• Student Loan Assistance Program


• Physical & Financial Wellness Programs


• Generous Paid Time Off plan - for full-time employees


• Competitive Total Compensation Program


• Individualized orientation and training program


• We are GROWING!! 

WHAT IS THIS POSITION RESPONSIBLE FOR?

• Supervision of residents.


• Work schedule:  7:00 am – 3:00 pm with off days of Tuesday and Wednesday each week. Weekend shifts are required. All new employees are required to complete a 2-week training program on a schedule of M - F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 


• 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.


• Previous work with juveniles highly preferred.


• Demonstrated proficiency with interpersonal and writing skills.


• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.


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

WHAT'S REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION?

• Must be 21 years old.


• High school diploma or GED required. 


• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a closely related Human Services field is highly preferred


• 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.