<span>Direct Care Worker</span>

Compass Connections • Los Fresnos, TX

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About The Position

The Direct Care Worker position at Compass Connections involves providing direct supervision and support to children and adolescents in a social service setting. The role is essential in ensuring the safety, well-being, and development of the children, while also adhering to regulatory guidelines and agency policies. The worker will engage in various activities, teach life skills, and maintain a positive environment for the children under their care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; preferred 2-year associate degree or two or more years of college-level coursework in a related human services field.
• 1-year employment experience in the child welfare field working with children and/or adolescents; preferred 2+ years of related experience.
• Certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Emergency Behavior Intervention are required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
• Ability to respond sensitively to the service population's cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members and service providers.
• Ability to provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining emotional control and professional composure.
• Computer literacy required to meet responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards applicable to this position.
• Document all serious incidents, daily progress, and activities completely, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Assist with orientation of new children and staff.
• Provide input into the development of treatment plans as appropriate or requested.
• Use positive child management techniques including verbal redirection, de-escalation, and containment.
• Plan, organize, and supervise activities for children according to the daily activity schedule.
• Teach constructive behavior and social skills, realistic problem-solving behaviors, responsible time and money management, conversational English, personal hygiene, and life skills.
• Assist children with homework assignments.
• Maintain an orderly and clean children's living area, including assisting in household and children's laundry, overseeing daily chores, and reporting maintenance work to the Unit Manager.
• Maintain and update records regarding children's clothing and personal items.
• Maintain a secure campus environment by making rounds and responding to all radio calls.
• Promote positive interaction between children and encourage responsibility in daily routines.
• Model culturally and socially desired behaviors while explaining them to children.
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed or requested by the position supervisor.
• Implement safety protocols including evacuating with children in case of an emergency.
• Maintain confidentiality in all areas of child and program operations.
• Demonstrate respect for agency staff, children, and community members.

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity policies
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED