Direct Care Staff

Valley Teen Ranch
STRTP Direct Care

Staff Job Description

Position Identification:
Job Title : STRTP Direct Care Staff
Reports to : STRTP Supervisor and STRTP House Supervisor
FLSA Classification : Non-Exempt
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Job Summary
To be the primary caregiver of residents, who provides direct care and supervision, as well as facilitates activities and provides support services.

Essential Functions

 Supervision, protection, and care of residents individually and in groups at all times

 Assistance to each resident in working with a group and in handling individual problems.

 Administration of discipline and setting of limits of behavior.

 Notation of resident’s progress; identification of the possible need for additional professional services; and communication of such findings to professional staff.

 Assistance with the provision of or access to core services and supports, daily activities, and emotional and social supports, as necessary.

 Administering medication, monitoring and storage of medications as required and performs minor first aid, as required.

 Transportation of residents to various appointments, outings and activities.

 Reporting to the Facility Manager and making recommendations to address identified problems.

 Any other duties that may be necessary to ensure the health and safety of residents in the facility.

 Full fill periodic agency responsibilities which are assigned by management and not already part of this job description.

Education and/or Experience & Background Check

 Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.

 Direct Care staff shall meet one of the following requirements prior to employment:

 A Bachelor of Arts or Sciences Degree;

 A valid Child Development Teaching Permit:

 Completed 12 semester units of Early Childhood Education, Adolescent
Development, or Foster and Kinship Care Education and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth;

 A valid certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor, and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth;

 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

 Previously been employed as a staff or volunteer at a group home or short-term residential therapeutic center for at least one year.

 Relevant life experience as determined by the department to meet any of the above requirements.

 Must undergo and pass a thorough background check

 No child abuse record or allegation.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

 Obtain certification in CPR/First Aid.

 Obtain certification in PRO ACT and Water Safety (if hired during summer months).

 Upon expiration, employee must renew CPR/First Aid, PRO ACT, and Water Safety.

 Must maintain California Driver License and current automobile insurance throughout course of employment.

 Have a safe DMV driving record and have reliable transportation.

Other Qualifications

 Reliable, Responsible and Respectful.

 Good communication skills: Written, Verbal and Non-verbal.

 Strong administrative skills including: being organized, good time management/prioritization, planning and initiative.

 Organizational awareness and sensitivity.

 Resourceful and flexible with adaptability.

 Integrity and good judgment.

 Team player.

 Punctual.

 Able to follow through with direction/instruction.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to twenty (20) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Have and maintain the ability to drive company vehicle.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee can be exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee can be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment can be more than moderate.

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I have read, understood and received a copy of the job description entitled:

STRTP Direct Care Staff

My signature heretofore attached indicates my willingness to perform the duties outlined.
Additionally, I understand that my Employee Performance Evaluations will be based on the duties described therein.

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Employee Signature Date

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Agency Representative Signature Date

10/19

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Youth Residential Program: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person