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Position Overview: The Children's Crisis Center Caregiver plays a vital role in providing compassionate care, support, and supervision to families and children experiencing crisis situations. They create a safe and nurturing environment, implement therapeutic interventions, and assist with daily living activities to promote the well-being and stability of the children in their care.

Responsibilities:

1. Direct Care and Supervision:

• Provide round-the-clock supervision and support to children staying at the crisis center.
• Ensure the safety and security of children by monitoring their activities, behaviors, and interactions with others.
• Assist with daily living activities such as mealtimes, personal hygiene, and recreational activities.
• Administer medications as prescribed and maintain accurate records of medication administration.

2. Crisis Intervention and De-escalation:

• Implement crisis intervention techniques to address challenging behaviors and emotional distress in a calm and supportive manner.
• Utilize de-escalation strategies to help children regulate their emotions and manage crisis situations effectively.
• Collaborate with clinical staff and other team members to develop and implement individualized crisis management plans for children.

3. Therapeutic Support:

• Build trusting and supportive relationships with children to facilitate therapeutic rapport and communication.
• Engage children in therapeutic activities and interventions designed to promote emotional regulation, coping skills, and resilience.
• Provide emotional support and validation to children as they navigate their feelings and experiences during crisis situations.

4. Collaboration and Communication:

• Communicate effectively with team members, including clinicians, case managers, and other caregivers, to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders, such as family members, social workers, and community agencies, to support the child's overall well-being and transition planning.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and training sessions to share observations, insights, and feedback related to children's progress and needs.

5. Documentation and Record-Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of observations, interventions, and incidents in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Complete required documentation related to admissions, discharges, medication administration, and incident reports in a timely and thorough manner.

Qualifications:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED (Required by state licensing)
• Must be at least 21 years old (Required by state licensing)
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must pass an employment physical verifying ability to safely care for children (infants through age 12)
• Previous experience working with children and adolescents in crisis or residential settings preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with children from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, exercise good judgment, and respond effectively to crisis situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed in a 24/7 residential facility.

Personal skills:

• Loves caring for children
• Enjoys interacting with children
• Compassionate and a willingness to listen
• Willingness to care for children who may be experiencing trauma or developmental issues
• A desire to contribute to a supportive team environment
• Has a kind, outgoing disposition and the ability to relate to individuals from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds safely.
• Must be able to safely engage and supervise children in outdoor and indoor play activities
• Requires extended periods of standing and walking.

Areas of Responsibility

Care of children (Duties vary on each shift)

• Planning and engaging in enriching activities (Indoors and outdoors)
• Providing a safe environment and monitoring behavior
• Documenting children’s activities and behaviors
• Assisting with the personal needs of the children
• Providing assistance with homework
• Communications with parents as directed by administrative staff
• Follows a set daily schedule
• Completes annual training requirements