Required Skills & Experience
Associate's Degree (or 60 college credit) from an accredited institution and two years experience in direct child care. A Bachelor's degree may substitute for the two years of experience. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License and may be required to provide own vehicle for job related duties.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Experience in a residential setting.
Job Description
'-Develops strategies to address behavioral problems of youth in residential care. -Ensures appropriate supervision of children at all times and notifies supervisors of unusual problems which may arise. -Monitors children's physical condition and reports any medical needs to supervisor to assure proper attention and documentation. -Transports children to and from scheduled activities and appointments. -Prepares all required reports and ensures all documentation is accurate and processed in a timely and appropriate manner. -Coordinates with casework or clinical staff in implementing treatment and case plans. -Participates in staff meetings and in-service training. -Implements educational and behavioral management goals and assists in development of those goals. -Performs other related work as required.