Direct Care Staff - Ouachita Children's Center

Part-time/PRN Floater, all shifts available

part-time weekend shifts available.

Full-time Overnight

Full time 3p-11p

Job description

The Direct Care Staff is responsible for the daily care, supervision, interaction, and treatment of the shelter residents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participates as a parent team for shelter residents in daily activities on and off campus.
• Models and teaches accountabity, respect, trust, and appropriate behaviors relating to shelter rules and guidelines.
• Physically capable of restraining youth if necessary (must be trained in handle with care and follow policy guidelines concerning seclusion/restraint)
• Assists in transportation of residents as necessary to execute the case
• Completes emergency admissions packets for after-hour admissions.
• Supervises ACT2, enrichment, visitation, meals, and chores.
• Will observe and report on residents behavior and involvement in all OCC activities, client relationships with staff, and peers.
• Will complete incident report forms as required.
• Will participate in staff meetings and trainings as required.
• As needed, responsible for meal preparation in accordance with planned menus and keeping records for Federal School Lunch Program, including Point of Service.
• Participates in agency performance quality improvement.
• When designated as the medication administrator for shift, will adhere to OCC medication administration policies and procedures.
• Will maintain a conducive environment that promotes the emotional, mental, and physical growth of the clients.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision Insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)