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Fairfield, Virginia, United States
Onsite
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It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!
We are now hiring compassionate and dependable individuals to join our team at our facility in Fairfield, California.
ALL Benefits available on the first day of employment.
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Hourly Rate: $31.52 an hour.
Language Requirement: Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
Work Schedule: Saturday - Wednesday 10:45pm - 7am (Overnight)
Academic Requirement: Required – High school diploma, or equivalent; Preferred – 2-year Associate degree from accredited program/institution, or two or more years of college-level course work in a related human services, Psychology, or course worked related to behavioral health
Certifications: First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention
Work Experience: Required – One (1) year of related experience and/or training in a related human services, specifically behavioral health or residential treatment; Preferred – Two (2) plus years of related experience and/or training in a related human service, behavioral health, residential treatment
Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables:
1. Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards that are applicable to this position.
2. Document all serious incidents, daily progress, and activities completely, accurately and in a timely manner and in compliance with agency policies and procedures.
3. Implements crisis intervention and treatment programs with individuals specifically related to the individual's programs.
4. Assist with orientation of new children and staff.
5. Provide input into development of treatment plans as appropriate or requested.
6. Use positive child management techniques including verbal redirection, de-escalation, and containment.
7. Plan, organize and supervise activities for children in accordance with the daily activity schedule.
8. Teach constructive behavior and social skills, realistic problem-solving behaviors, responsible time and money management, conversational English, personal hygiene, and life skills.
9. Assist children with homework assignments.
10. Maintain an orderly and clean children’s living area including assisting in the household and children’s laundry, overseeing daily chores, identifying routine maintenance work/repair, and reporting it to the Unit Manager.
11. Maintain and update records regarding children’s clothing and personal items.
12. Maintain a secure campus environment by making rounds as required, and by using proper application of radio communication protocols including responding to all radio calls.
13. Take actions to promote positive interaction between children and encourage children to take responsibility in the daily routine of the facility.
14. Model culturally and socially desired behaviors while explaining the behaviors to children to facilitate learning and replication of the behaviors.
15. Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed or requested by position supervisor.
16. Implement Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency.
17. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of child and program operations.
18. Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in Compass Connections employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times.
Other Responsibilities:
1. Provide sustained and uninterrupted direct supervision of the children assigned to the worker from the start of the assigned shift until relieved.
2. Follow the instructions of medical/clinical staff regarding each child and inform Unit Manager of information affecting the basic health and well-being of children assigned to the worker.
3. Communicate in a positive and respectful manner with children, families, and all agency staff including supervisors, co-workers, therapists, student interns, and volunteers.
4. Frequently traverse from one area of the facility to others both indoors and outdoors as needed to provide direct supervision of children.
5. Effectively communicate behavioral expectations and program regulations to children and enforce compliance with regulations and expectations by all children assigned to the worker.
6. Complete all required documentation prior to completion of shift.
7. Meet all pre-determined deadlines required by program supervisor and federal partners.
8. Communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English and Spanish.
Requirements:
1. Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
2. Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
3. Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
4. Demonstrate the ability to:
a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
b. Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals.
c. Communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English and Spanish.
d. Provide crisis intervention according to training provided by Compass Connections when needed to maintain a safe environment.
e. Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times.
f. Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position.
g. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
5. Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures.
Compass Connections is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As such, our company policy requires that all employees must receive an annual Influenza vaccination or obtain an approved exemption as a medical or religious accommodation. This is a condition of employment, and all new hires will be responsible for providing proof.
English (United States)If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!
EEO Statement
In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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