Youth Support Advocate - Full Time! Job at Kennedy-Donovan Center, Uxbridge, MA

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  • Kennedy-Donovan Center
  • Uxbridge, MA

Job Description

Are you looking to have a positive impact in the lives of our youth?!

Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career in Human Services?!

If you're answering yes to either or both questions, then KDC is the place to be!

About this role:

Under the leadership of the Program Supervisor. Direct Care Workers (DCW) are responsible for the supervision of the children utilizing the emergency shelter who are under the care of Department of Children and Families (DCF). The DCW are responsible for planning and implementing the identified services needed to assist the children at the emergency shelter. The DCW will ensure the shelter is cleaned, children are supervised, and food is prepared for the children.

  • Salary: $20 an hour
  • Full - Time:
    • A - 
      Sunday 9 am - 9 pm
      Monday 5 pm - 1 am
      Tuesday 5 pm - 1 am
      Wednesday 5 pm - 1 am

      B -
      Sunday 9 pm - 9 am
      Tuesday 1 am - 9 am
      Wednesday 1 am - 9 am
      Thursday 1 am - 9 pm

      C - 
      Wednesday 5 pm - 1 am
      Thursday 5 pm - 1 am
      Friday 5 pm - 1 am
      Saturday 9 am - pm

      D -
      Thursday 1 am - 9 am
      Friday 1 am - 9 am
      Saturday 1 am - 9 am
      Saturday 9 pm - 9 am  

We are looking for people who have:

  • A High School Diploma or GED, required. 
  • Experience working with children, required. 
  • Ability to document clearly and efficiently.
  • Ability to successfully complete trainings such as CPR, First Aid, and QBS SafetyCare Training provided by KDC.

The physical requirements for this role are:

  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
  • Ability to successfully complete QBS SafetyCare Training provided by KDC.

In this role, you’ll get to:

  • Welcome participants and develop a safe and helping relationship with children participating in the Emergency Shelter program. 
  • Supervise and maintain the safety of adolescents between the ages of (10-17) in the program.
  • Deliver services in a culturally competent manner.
  • Encourage and facilitate activities of daily living (ADLs) such as household maintenance, personal-care and hygiene, food preparation, leisure activities and socialization skill development.
  • Participates in de-escalation and physical interventions of youth when required
  • Act as a role model and provide a safe and nurturing environment for children and adolescents while helping them to gain sustainable skills that aid in their success in home, school, and the community.
  • Ensure safety and security of the program while on shift.
  • Acts as a positive role model for youth and coworkers, treating them with respect, dignity, understanding and fairness
  • Maintain individuals’ confidentiality and records while preserving individuals’ human rights.

KDC values a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of equality and inclusivity that fosters dialog, innovation, compassion, respect, and collaboration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, neurodiversity, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Your uniqueness drives our excellence!

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Shift work, Sunday, Saturday,

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