Youth Care Worker 3rd Shift
3 days ago
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Summary
Upbring is seeking a Youth Care Worker for the 3rd Shift in Brownsville, TX. The role involves providing direct care and supervision to Unaccompanied Children, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment.
About the Role
As a Youth Care Worker, you will conduct intake services, provide basic needs, supervise children, perform behavior management, maintain a safe environment, document interactions, assist with social skills, accompany children on outings, and develop positive relationships with staff and volunteers. You will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and assisting in emergencies.
About You
Required:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- One year of employment experience in the child welfare field working with children and/or adolescents.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Ability to work extended shifts, including 12-hour shifts at least once a week.
- Strong conflict resolution and de-escalation skills.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Preferred:
- Associate's degree in social services, Human Services, or closely related field.
- Two years of previous experience performing direct care services to children and adolescents.
Benefits
- Competitive PTO & paid holidays.
- Health, dental, vision insurance & more.
- 403(b) Plan.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounted Gym Memberships.
Upbring
Upbring is committed to breaking the generational cycle of child abuse by addressing its root causes. We deliver a continuum of services that produces measurable progress in five key markers: safety, life skills, education, health and vocation. Upbring constantly evolves to meet the needs of the children we serve. In the midst of those changes, however, our faith-based roots remain as strong as the day we opened our doors more than 135 years ago. Upbring’s children’s services offer a safe place to grow and thrive physically, emotionally and spiritually. Upbring continues to develop innovative and life changing programs and services for children and families in our communities. We don’t plan to stop - will you continue to join our team?
Brownsville, TX