Direct Care Staff

Direct Care Staff are responsible to ensure adequate treatment and supervision for our clients in the 24-hour continuum, to meet Community Care Licensing regulations as to STRTP coverage, and to support the STRTP Program through increased communication and continuity of treatment.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Provide general supervision to clients in accordance with the policies of the facility and Trauma Informed Principles.
• Support the needs of the clients in a culturally and linguistically responsible manner.
• Document mental health interventions occurring on AM shift on Shift Exchange Report, and the Electronic Health Record System; and collect other health and outcome data as required.
• Wake up clients and see that they are prepared for school, including appropriate hygiene and dress, and assisting with administering prescribed medications, etc.
• Conduct morning check-ins before clients leave for school, addressing any concerns and help the clients set goals for the day.
• Assign and supervise the clients in various daily maintenance tasks expected of them (i.e., cleaning room, making beds, dusting furniture, mopping floors, assisting in mealtime setup and cleanup procedures).
• Transport clients to appointments (medical, dental), school or community group outings and designated locations ensuring compliance with transportation rules and ensuring proper upkeep of the van. Check-in with Overnight Staff, read shift exchange and Incident Reports to be aware of the resident's overnight status and transmit the information to the school program as necessary.
• When the clients are not in school, Direct Care Staff are required to supervise the clients at the STRTP by following the facility schedule.
• Participate in a check-in group to ensure adequate reporting of resident’s concerns during the day and resolving any conflicts from the school program or occurring on the van ride.
• Complete thorough bedroom checks when the students are at school (check for needed repairs, hazardous conditions, food and plates, clean dresser drawers, etc.). Conduct 30-minute rounds throughout the shift.
• Attend assigned STRTP Weekly Staff Meetings and Supervision each week.
• Proactively support the maintenance of an inclusive and respectful working environment. Some work weekends and holidays may be required.
• Provides verbal and non-verbal crisis de-escalation and intervention for clients.[1] As directed by the Continuous Quality Improvement Committee, collect information on an ongoing basis to aid in quality improvement measures to improve policies, practices, and client satisfaction.[2] In the absence of the Facility Manager, serve as the designated Facility Manager for the shift. Other duties as described in the STRTP Direct Care Staff job description and as directed by STRTP Facility Manager and Administrator.
• Training:
• Ongoing training and certifications of completion of training will be provided by the organization.
• New Direct Care Staff shall complete a minimum of 24 hours of initial training and 40 hours of annual training thereafter. Training includes but not limited to CPR/First Aid, Pro Act Restraint Training, Medication Procedures and Trauma Informed Care and other Evidence based practices.
• Minimum Requirements:
• Direct care staff shall meet ONE of the following requirements prior to employment:
• Have previously been employed as a staff or volunteer at a STRTP or Short-term residential therapeutic center for at least one year; OR
• Foster and Kinship Care Education and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth; OR
• Have a valid Vocational Training Certificate, credential or documentation demonstrating that the individual is a trade journeyperson who instructs children in vocational skills and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth; OR
• Have a valid certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor or Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth; OR
• Have completed 12 semester units of Early Childhood Education, or Adolescent Development,
• A valid Child Development Teaching Permit; OR
• A Bachelor of Arts or Sciences Degree; OR
• Have relevant experience as determined by the Department of Social Services to meet any of the above requirements.
• Desired Qualifications:
• Previous experience interacting with youth in a collaborative manner utilizing and incorporating Trauma Informed Care Principles.
• Team orientated personality.'

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• El Sobrante, CA 94803: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location