Direct Care Professional - Supervised Independent Living

About the role

Boys & Girls Haven is seeking a full-time Direct Care Professional to work within their Independent Living Program. The position supports young adults in developing the skills necessary for successful adult life.

Responsibilities

• Coach clients in budgeting, money management, meal planning, housekeeping, laundry, and time management
• Support educational, employment, and vocational goals
• Afford clients access to community resources and services
• Provide guidance, accountability, and supervision while promoting independence
• Participate in treatment team meetings and support individual goals
• Facilitate individual and group skill-building activities
• Respond to emergencies and crisis situations appropriately
• Utilize Safe Crisis Management (SCM) techniques as required
• Transport clients to work, school, appointments, and approved activities
• Complete documentation related to client progress, incidents, and program activities
• Support apartment safety, cleanliness, and maintenance expectations

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field preferred
• Experience working with at-risk adolescents or young adults preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Certification in SCM, CPR, and First Aid, or ability to obtain upon hire
• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record
• At least 21 years of age

Qualifications

• Competitive hourly pay
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match (50% up to 6%)
• Paid Time Off, including 24 days per year (including holidays)

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Documentation skills
• Teamwork skills
• Safe Crisis Management (SCM) techniques

Benefits

• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match (50% up to 6%)
• Paid Time Off, including 24 days per year (including holidays)

Pay

Competitive hourly pay

Schedule

May be assigned varied shifts within a twenty-four hour/seven-day-a-week schedule. Holidays, weekends, overtime, and rotating on-call responsibilities may be required.