Bilingual-Youth Care Worker, Transitional Foster Care

About the role

This position provides casework and supportive services to children in foster care, foster families, and biological families. It involves providing child-facing services on-site, establishing a family-like environment, and assisting young clients with daily routines and activities.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of youth clients in care
• Establishing a family-like environment
• Modeling and supporting behaviors and expectations
• Participating in daily schedules and routines
• Preparing and organizing educational and recreational/leisure activities
• Transports clients on an as needed basis
• Supervising children during field trips
• Driving for Agency business
• Performing other special assignments as requested

Requirements

• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment
• Ability to relate to diverse populations and cultures while communicating with clients and the public in a courteous and effective manner
• Ability to work effectively on a multi-disciplinary treatment team
• Ability to build rapport with clients to help them adjust to new life circumstances
• Ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgement, and a high level of confidentiality
• Computer and typing skills sufficient to perform essential job functions
• Reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and personal auto insurance
• Pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization
• Submit to agency approved background checks

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• A minimum of 1 year of prior employment work experience in the child welfare field working with children and/or adolescents in a social service setting is required
• A minimum of 1 year of prior employment direct care work experience in a mental health field or working with vulnerable youth is preferred
• Bilingual Spanish/English fluency is highly preferred

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Independent problem-solving ability
• Cultural sensitivity and empathy
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Client-centered approach
• Confidentiality and ethical conduct

Benefits

CCWM offers a competitive salary range of $17.16/hr - $20.19/hr, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

$17.16/hr - $20.19/hr

Schedule

On-site role requiring regular, full-time attendance at the office. Hours may vary, including evenings, holidays, and weekends.