Therapeutic Childcare Specialist at Helping Hand Home for Children

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Therapeutic Childcare Specialist works to provide a stable, safe, and healing environment for the children in our care. HHH uses the TCU Trust-Based Relationship Intervention model as the foundation of our program. A two-week paid training program is provided.This role might be a good fit for people interested in direct care, child development, trauma-informed care, mental health, attachment theory and practice, social work, relationship-based therapy, treatment planning, or life skills coaching.Salary and BenefitsMinimum of $15 per hour, depending upon experience.Full-time employees receive paid health insurance, subsidized dental and vision, 401(k), tuition assistance and 26 days of PTO annually.ResponsibilitiesTeach and role-model a variety of social, problem solving, academic, recreational, and self-help skillsImplement motivational and discipline plans and effective teaching techniques taught in training or outlined in individualized treatment plans for the childrenBuild relationships with the children through mutual respect, positive feedback, and consistencyActively and enthusiastically lead and participate in activitiesSafely use crisis intervention techniques to manage aggressive behaviorComplete required regular forms and reports accuratelyContribute to building a home-like, therapeutic environmentSet boundaries in a nurturing, supportive wayWhat we look for: patience, empathy, emotional resilience, flexibility, punctualityPart- or full-time hours available. Currently hiring for our Spring training class.Required SkillsRequirementsMust be at least 21 years of ageMust be physically able to use authorized crisis intervention techniquesValid drivers license with clean driving recordMust be flexible with hours and able to work weekends, holidays, and occasional overnights as neededHelpful but not required: Social Services degree and/or experience; experience working with children.