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in Lawrence, KS
Full Time and Part Time Group Home Teaching Assistant
•30 days ago
Hours | Part-time, Full-time |
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Location | 1646 North 1320 Road Lawrence, Kansas |
About this job
MINIMUM QUALIFICTIONS
- Be 23 years of age or older
- Be of good moral character
- Must have a good driving record
- Must be able to pass a KBI Background Check
- Must be able to pass a CANIS Check
- Be in good financial standing (responsibly meeting debts)
- Have a genuine interest and desire to serve youth and adults
- Have a healthy self-concept and ability to freely convey and impart worth and dignity to others
- Shall have at least a high school diploma
- Ability to relate to adolescent boys on their level in an open, sharing atmosphere and as the "parents-away-from-home"
- Have ability to function as members of a program team and able to perform required tasks with a minimal amount of supervision.
PRIORITIES
- Personal Growth and Professional Development
- Youth care Responsibilities
- Program Team Functions
- Availability for Supervision
- Other Agency Responsibilities
IMPLEMENTATION
- Personal Growth and Professional Development
- Regular time devoted to personal study and edification in preparation for service on all levels
- Continue professional development by participating in orientation and in-service training and staff development sessions
- Youth Care Responsibilities
- During time on duty, serve in the role of Teaching-Parent
- Supervise youth during living activities, special outings, recreation, etc. assume responsibility as each youth's "teaching" parent
- Maintain a positive family atmosphere at all times which will be conductive to the growth and development of each youth
- Provide appropriate and healthy role modeling which conveys worth and dignity to each youth
- Help youth with school work, craft projects, recreational activities, religious experience, special needs, etc.
- Guide youth in household tasks, hygiene manners, personal habits, money management (savings accounts), etc.
- Teach youth to maintain clothing that is clean and neat and assure that they dress appropriately for daily weather conditions
- Prepare advanced menus and provide balanced and nutritional meals
- Schedule and keep medical, dental, etc. appointments for each youth. Administer prescribed medication. Document on appropriate forms all treatment obtained or given
- Secure prompt and adequate emergency treatment for each youth as the need may arise. Consult with and keep the program nurse informed of all illnesses, prescription needs, emergencies, etc.
- Maintain house conditions that are neat, clean, and healthy. Maintain physical facilities, equipment, and vehicle in good condition. Use proper channels for maintenance requests and allocation of supplies.
- Treatment Team Functions
- Functions as a member of the program team by working closely with the other staff, case coordinator, therapist, etc. to bring about change and growth for each youth
- Contribute to the development and implementation of each youth's program plan at required program conferences.
- Consistently and routinely utilize the Privilege System to shape, teach, and reinforce positive behavior. Appropriately document Daily Program Record and other needed forms.
- Keep the therapist and other members of the program team informed of each youth's emotions and behavior relevant to his program plan.
- During times of conflict, anxiety, fear, etc., consult with the other team members and take appropriate steps for resolution of the problems.
- Follow channels of responsibility and communicate with appropriate staff regarding each youth's progress or special needs.
- Receive orientation, training, and support services from the Teaching-Parent consultant, drawing upon their experience and wisdom in working with youth.
- Availability for Supervision
- Have regular conferences with immediate supervisor (Teaching Parent) for reporting, planning, affirmation, support, and direction.
- Make self available to Social Worker and Case Coordinator for periodic conferences.
- Attend all required meetings.
- Other Agency Responsibilities
- Fulfill other periodic job-related responsibilities which are assigned by management and not already part of this job description.