Career Opportunity – Youth Care Worker - Group Home with K.E.L.L.Y. Youth Services, Inc. in Cincinnati, OH

We are looking for Full Time, Part Time, and On Call Youth Care Workers!

Are you passionate about working with preteens and teens to make a real difference in their lives and the community? If so, we have your next opportunity!

K.E.L.L.Y. Youth Services, Inc. also known as KYS is an Ohio 501(c) (3) non-profit corporation operating group homes in Hamilton County, Ohio. KYS facilities range from 4-12 beds. We specialize in 24-hour private non-custodial group home and independent living programs that foster and empower living and learning for youth aged 9 to 21 years old. Our residential setting programs develop individuals from substitute care to independently living responsible adults.

What we offer:

• Competitive wages! Earn more with experience. Hourly Rate $15.00-$17.00
• Hourly employees paid WEEKLY
• SET HOURS - 2nd & 3rd shifts available
• Paid Personnel and Professional Development training
• PAID Holidays and Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision offered (including company paid Life Insurance)
• 401K Match Program Offered
• Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
• Referral Bonus Program for Employee and Candidate
• Approved Agency for Department of Education – Student Loan Forgiveness Program

The Youth Direct Care Worker is a key role and instrumental in providing individual and group support. The Youth DCW spends their time helping clients learn to become independent. In addition, you will:

• Support clients in all aspects of residential care including educational, community services, employment, placement agency, and medical needs
• Monitor client behavior utilizing Crisis Prevention techniques as needed to assist with symptom management and stabilization
• Track and provide case management with counties and families in accordance with initial treatment plan goals and objectives
• Assist with life skills training to include personal decision making, health and hygiene, academic enrichment, career development, and seeking active employment
• Prepare balanced meals and snacks for clients daily
• Assist Residents with cleaning the Facility
• Assist with daily living activities, social, motor, and self-help skills, monitor behavior
• Accurately log daily information pertaining to progress of client and the daily activities pertaining to the role
• Administer all rules, policies, and procedures in an accurate, ethical manner, including but is not limited to discipline, visitation, communication, maintenance of records, confidentiality, and administering medications
• Work closely with Facility Manager and Client Services Team to effectively maintain case records

• Experience in human services, healthcare or special education preferred, but not required
• Basic computer, verbal, and written communication skills
• Must be at least 21 years of age, have valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Must demonstrate emotional maturity and patience necessary to understand and accept social, psychological, and emotional needs of at-risk youth with developmental disabilities, nurturing their self-sufficiency and enhancing their quality of life

If you are ready for a rewarding career with a compassionate and dedicated team, apply online today and visit http://www.kellyyouthservices.com/ to learn more!

Employer is EOE/M/F/D/V. Drug Free Workplace. No third-party candidates please.

Must pass BCI criminal record check, FBI criminal record check, Ohio SACWIS Alleged Perpetrator of Child Abuse/Neglect Search as well as Alleged Perpetrator Search of any other state resided in within the past five years, and United States Department of Justice Sex Offender Search.