PRN Youth Care Associate Job at Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes, Lexington, KY

TmY0SjZPVUY0c004eWhXdHVyeWEzb2hUbnc9PQ==
  • Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes
  • Lexington, KY

Job Description

Do you have a passion for youth? Do you want to see every child have a bright future, no matter their past? Join the team at the Kentucky United Methodist Children’s Homes (KyUMH). We see lives change every day!

Why work for us?

KyUMH has over 150 years of experience serving youth who have experienced trauma. We have a strong team culture centered around helping our clients find healing through professional therapeutic interventions.

You Will Receive:

  • Paid training as you learn how to support youth with trauma
  • Free Employee Assistance Program

About this position:

Location: Lexington, KY

Compensation: $16 - $17/hr based on experience and education

Department: Treatment

Primary Shift: As-Needed (PRN)

A Youth Care Associate (YCA) provides nurturing, therapeutic support and supervision of our youth in residential treatment throughout the course of all daily activities. The ideal YCA will be a team player, passionate about helping at-risk youth learn life skills, and calm under stressful situations.

A day in the life of a Youth Care Associate:

  • Build relationships and mentor youth ages 17 to 21 who have intense emotional and behavioral needs.
  • Provide supervision of youth to maintain a safe environment and oversee daily routine.
  • Act as a positive role model including appropriate language, dress and social skills.
  • Encourage a safe and healthy lifestyle, including meal preparation, routine chore supervision, laundry, minor maintenance or cleaning tasks.
  • Support youth in their treatment plan, such as learning coping skills to manage emotions.
  • Create and participating in recreational activities.
  • Assume responsibility for a variety of campus activities, including but not limited to: driving a campus vehicle, transporting clients, preparing clients for visits, clothing or supply shopping.

For this position, you must:

  • Have a High School Diploma or GED.
  • Have a valid Kentucky Driver’s License.
  • Pass a background check.
  • Pass a drug test.
  • Be trained in CPR/First Aid (training provided).

KyUMH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

KyUMH is committed to maintaining a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Powered by JazzHR

kdADKzO8e0

Job Tags

Shift work,

Similar Jobs

Quad Cities Primary Care

CMA - Certified Medical Assistant Job at Quad Cities Primary Care

 ...Quad Cities Primary Care is a private primary care practice in Davenport, IA. We are seeking a friendly, team oriented certified medical assistant to join our busy two doctor practice. Qualified applicants must be able to room patients, do EKG's, Spirometry, give vaccines... 

Ebenezer Etta Healthcare L.L.C

CNA, LPN, RN Job at Ebenezer Etta Healthcare L.L.C

Are you a caregiver? Does enriching the lives of others something you are passionate about? Do you have experience in providing skilled or non-medical care to individuals who have different needs and backgrounds? If you believe you have the commitment and skills...

Saia Inc.

Regional Customer Experience Manager Job at Saia Inc.

Ready To Go Further? Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. Youll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. Youll feel it in the support you get on day one from leadership and from your ...

Beacon Hill

Executive Assistant Job at Beacon Hill

 ...Our client is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support a Direct Lending Team. This role requires a team player who excels in a fast-paced environment, can multi-task, and approaches each task with a sense of urgency. Key Responsibilities:... 

Robert Half

Assistant Property Manager Job at Robert Half

 ...We are offering an exciting opportunity in Dallas, Texas for an Assistant Property Manager. This role involves supporting property management operations, overseeing rental collections, managing vendor contracts, and ensuring excellent communication with tenants and owners...