Key Assets is in need a Parttime Weekend Only Youth Care Workers. Shifts available are eithe 8 am-4 pm, 4 pm-12 am, 12 am- 8 am

You must be 21 years or older to apply, have atleast a high school dipolma or GED, valid drivers license , proof of auto insurance and personal transportation and be able to attend new hire training.

Please see below for complete job description. You may also visit our website at:

keyassetskentucky.com

No phone call please

.Overall Purpose: To provide high quality support to the youth in the CCC Program in relation to improving social, educational, and independent skills of the youth. To promote the well-being and safety of the youth in care. To maintain a clean and safe living environment.

PRIMARY ACTIVITIES

· Support the youth in care by managing their challenging behaviors and, where identified as part of their Positive Behavior Support Plan and where you have received appropriate training, engage in physical intervention when required.

· Maintain records according to agreed procedures.

· Promote the physical, social & emotional well-being of the youth in your care.

· Ensure that the youth is safe and protected from harm through constant supervision; youth are to be in sight, sound, and reach during all waking hours.

· Support the youth in their personal and intimate care consistent with their individual needs and relevant policies.

· Develop and maintain effective relationships with those involved with youth’s care.

· Engage effectively with other staff to ensure a consistency of approach.

· Support the youth in pursing developmental and leisure opportunities.

· Attend and participate in Team meetings.

· Present a professional image of Key Assets at all times.

· Engage in training(s).

· Actively promote health and safety through maintaining a clean environment and ensuring sharps and chemicals are locked at all times. Every Youth Care Worker is responsible for cleaning on every shift.

· Attend supervision monthly with Operations Manager for agency supervision and Youth Care Supervisor for therapeutic activities.

· Attend team huddle monthly.

· Complete 30 minute bed checks.

· Work a minimum of one week day shift and one weekend shift (Saturday*/Sunday) per week.

· Learn and follow health and safety rules and procedures.

· Transport youth to and from therapy, school, doctor’s appointments, outings, and events when necessary. Use of a company vehicle will also be provided. Personal vehicle may only be used in an emergency situation.

· Must serve one float shift per 4 weeks.

*Qualified Saturday shift will begin 12:00am or later on Saturday

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

· Attend training and development deemed necessary for this position.

· Ensure that Health and Safety is observed in the course of employment.

· Ensure compliance with Equal Opportunities Policy and Procedure in all employment.

· May be required to assume other duties as may be requested by the Program Director that is commensurate with their level of responsibility and skills.

· Comply with all Key Assets policies and procedures.

COMPETENCIES

· Proficient organizational skills

· Effective written and oral communication skills and listening skills

· Maintains composure in highly stressful or adverse situations.

· Proficient Interpersonal skills to include friendliness, a welcoming demeanor, professionalism, and cooperation

· High level of focus on safety, adhering to all workplace and safety regulations and practices

QUALIFICATIONS

· High school Diploma or GED

· 21 years of age or older

· Valid Driver’s License

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job primarily operates in a group home setting caring for youth with disabilities. You will be working as a team with other YCWs to care for the youth in the home. Must be able to travel to our three locations: Lexington, Nicholasville or Georgetown. One primary location will be assigned; however, YCWs may be required to work at a different location based on need. It is required that TCSWs can travel to and work where needed. Use of a company vehicle will also be provided. Personal vehicle will only be used in an emergency situation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The incumbent may be required to stand and/or walk for long periods of time and occasionally climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, and crouch. The incumbent must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

This job demands the ability to successfully pass and perform Safe Crisis Management at all times.

While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

DISCLAIMER

It is the nature of the work of Key Assets Kentucky that tasks and responsibilities are, in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All staff is, therefore, expected to work in a flexible way when the occasion arises where tasks are not specifically covered in the Job Description and have to be undertaken.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• After school
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability
• Weekends only

Application Question(s):

• Have you read and can you fulfill requirements listed?
• Are you 21 years or older? (Do not list age and you must be at least 21 to apply)
• Have you ever worked for Key Assets?
• Did anyone refer you and if yes, who?
• What days are you available to work and what times based on times listed in job description? (Must be specific when answering)
• Do you have experience and why do you want to work for Key Assets?
• This position requires mandatory training from 2 PM- 7 PM Monday- Friday for 2 1/2 weeks. Are you able to be on time and attend all training?

Work Location: In person

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