In a career as Youth Care Worker, you play a big part in making a difference in changing a youth's life. Youth come to the Boys Town Intervention and Assessment Center for a variety of reasons, such as: family or school issues, abuse, neglect, abandonment, or involvement in the juvenile justice system. You come in by teaching them appropriate social, academic and independent living skills. A Youth Care Worker is part of giving youth a second chance is exposing them to new opportunities. We strive to give Boys Town Kids the fulfilling lives they deserve.The Intervention and Assessment Program is open 24/7, 365 days per year. This position would require working rotating holidays and weekends. We have full time opening for Evenings Shift: 2pm-10pm.Hiring Bonus of $1,500Salary: $18.00 hourlyRESPONSIBILITIES:Monitors activities and maintains a safe living and learning environment for youths.Assesses and monitors youth activities, skills, and progress to determine development needs and priorities.Uses the Boys Town Model to teach and monitor behaviors and skills in accordance with individualized service plans.Monitors, supports, and encourages academic performance and educational success.Models appropriate relationships with youth and staff.Attends consultation meetings, staff meetings, and shift transition meetings and assists in processing paperwork.Serve as a role model for ethical behavior and promote awareness and moral principles of the Mission, Vision, & Values of Boys Town.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalent required.Minimum 21 years of age required.Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record and pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:Reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient, agility, and endurance to perform all job requirements (including stressful situations physically, mentally, and emotionally) encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees, youth, or families. Must have sufficient ability to see, hear, speak, and mobility to monitor youth, assist and perform daily household chores, and participate in activities with youth. Subject to outside environmental conditions occasionally and inside conditions frequently. Includes constant interruptions, inappropriate behaviors, and the potential for verbal and physical threats from youth.Diversity is more than a commitment at Boys Town-it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.About Boys Town:Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. Unique perks to Boys Town employees and their families include free visits to Boys Town physicians and free prescriptions under the Boys Town Medical Plan, tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.
