2^nd shift A – Sunday 10a-10p, Monday 2p-10p, Tuesday 2p-10p, Wednesday 2p-10p
2^nd shift B – Wednesday 2p-10p, Thursday 2p-10p, Friday 2p-10p, Saturday 10a-10p

3^rd shift A – Sunday night into Monday morning 10p-8a, Monday night into Tuesday morning 10p-8p, Tuesday night into Wednesday morning 10p-8a, Wednesday night into Thursday morning 10p-8a

Since 1948, Boys & Girls Haven has been dedicated to transforming the lives, hearts, and minds of Kentucky’s most vulnerable youth and their families. Through a comprehensive continuum of care that includes residential and in-home foster care, independent living programs, career and life skills training, and preventative community-based services, Boys & Girls Haven aims to reduce disruptions in children’s lives, heal the effects of abuse and neglect, and promote well-being among families.

Position Overview

We are seeking dedicated Direct Care Professionals to join our Residential programs and work directly with at-risk youth.

Incentives

• Retention Bonus: $250 at 90 days, $250 at 6 months, $500 at 1 year
• Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $20.82 for 2nd & 3rd shift
• Benefits: Free health, dental, life insurance; generous PTO plan; 401(k) plan with employer match

Our Mission

At Boys & Girls Haven, we provide a Home and a Future for some of Kentucky's most vulnerable and at risk youth. As a nonprofit foster care agency, we exist to Shelter, Heal, and Teach children and young adults to become resilient members of our community through an integrated spectrum of care. 

Position Details

• Shifts Available: 2^nd shift A – Sunday 10a-10p, Monday 2p-10p, Tuesday 2p-10p, Wednesday 2p-10p
  2^nd shift B – Wednesday 2p-10p, Thursday 2p-10p, Friday 2p-10p, Saturday 10a-10p
  
  3^rd shift A – Sunday night into Monday morning 10p-8a, Monday night into Tuesday morning 10p-8p, Tuesday night into Wednesday morning 10p-8a, Wednesday night into Thursday morning 10p-8a

Role and Responsibilities

As a Direct Care Professional, you will carry out our mission to shelter, heal, and teach the youth in our care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Commitment: This role requires a deep commitment to the mission and a genuine passion for helping at-risk youth.
• Continuous Learning: Attend monthly trainings, supervisions, and mindfulness coaching sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Self-Care: Practice and implement self-care strategies daily.
• Youth Interaction: Listen to, observe, and teach youth new behaviors using a therapeutic approach in collaboration with the Clinical Team.
• Safety: Ensure the emotional and physical safety of the youth.
• Team Collaboration: Work with team members on daily tasks, including caring for, protecting, healing, and teaching the youth.
• Daily Routines: Assist with daily routines and implement structured schedules (school, outings, groups, activities).
• Engagement: Monitor and engage with youth during meals and chores.
• Medication Management: Dispense medication as necessary.
• Training Tools: Utilize training tools for verbal de-escalation and safe physical management to foster engagement and relationship-building.
• Compassion and Empathy: Use your compassion, empathy, and creativity to create a nurturing environment that promotes healthy boundaries and assertiveness.
• Communication and Delegation: Communicate and delegate responsibilities within your team to ensure daily consistency and structure.

Compensation and Benefits

Boys & Girls Haven offers a competitive compensation package and a full range of employer-paid benefits, including:

• Free health, dental, life, insurance
• 401(k) company match at 50% up to 6%
• Paid Time Off policy, including 24 days off per year (including holidays)

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for employment, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Must be able to provide a GED or high school diploma

Boys & Girls Haven is a Drug-Free Workplace and will conduct pre-employment drug testing as well as testing for cause or suspicion.

Join us in making a lasting difference in the lives of Kentucky’s youth! Apply today to become a Direct Care Professional at Boys & Girls Haven.