Child Care Worker

DescriptionGENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Performs all duties related to the direct care and treatment of residents. Maintains the safety and security of residents, staff and facility. Provides guidance and support to residents.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

Provide direct supervision and be accountable for whereabouts of residents at all times

Manage resident behavior
Accurately report resident’s adjustment and behavior to case manger, supervisor, shift leader and director, as well as other CCW’s
Maintain the daily schedule of resident activities
Provide safe transportation of residents, as approved by DYFJ
Report all unsafe conditions and incidents immediately to the Supervisor and Director
Ensure necessary steps are taken in the event of an incident
Conduct group and individual counseling with residents
Complete searches, including body and property
Properly and legibly document all activity, as well as any all concerns, in logbooks
Identify and report any unusual occurrences that may effect the general atmosphere of the program
Engage residents in recreational, educational and cultural activities
Confer regularly with co-workers and appropriate staff regarding any social problems of residents and ensure pertinent information is relayed to appropriate sources
Ensure proper care and supervision of agency supplies, equipment and property
Complete all necessary paperwork and assignments for each shift
Maintain a clean and orderly facility; inside and out
Responsible for adhering to all DYFJ, OCFS and LSS regulations
Participate in on-going meetings, conferences and training programs as required
Perform any and all other tasks as assigned by Supervisor or Director
To ensure proper supervision of all residents in our custody,
May have to stay past the expiration of one’s shift at any given time

SUPERVISES:

N/A
QualificationsEDUCATION:

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 1 year related experience in social services, childcare, security, or correctional environment

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Works well with teams
Ability to manage time, organize and multi-task
Ability to work effectively with at-risk youth and their families
Ability to maintain safe and controlled environment
Ability to apply training to their work

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid NYS driver’s license