$35/hr Youth Care Worker. Corrections

Amergis • Rochester, NY • 3h ago

The Youth Care Worker (YCW) is responsible for the oversight and safety of children or adolescents in a variety of secure setting care settings. The Youth Care Worker will interact with the youth in a positive manner while assisting them with daily activities and implementing treatment plans.

The Youth Care Worker will display a professional and caring attitude and will encourage positive behaviors through effective communication, decision-making, and problem-solving. The Youth Care Worker will respond to emergencies and assist in the redirection of youth when needed.

$35/hour

Orientation - 2 weeks outside of Albany - Amergis will be paying for their hotel stay there. After that, they'll receive an additional 1-2 weeks of orientation at the site they'd be working.

Preferred Qualifications - 2 years of direct care experience in the care/programming of youth from 6-21.

Acceptable Qualifications - Bachelors degree

Associate degree and 6 months experience

Minimum Requirements:

Associate's Degree in social sciences, counseling, behavioral sciences, human services, criminal justice, education, or child development preferred

A minimum of 2 years' experience in the care, custody, or personal guidance of youth

Bilingual or multilingual may be preferred in some settings

Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

Current CPR if applicable

TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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