Group Home Specialist - Full-Time 2nd Shift

Examples of Duties: Provide care and supervision for all juveniles in placement. Effectively and consistently implement all policies and house rules. File runaway reports as necessary. Keep track of appointments for residents, providing transportation as necessary. Accurately maintain written daily log on each resident.

Staff is responsible for overseeing/preparing all meals, including menu planning for well balanced meals. Supervision of all chore assignments and homework on a daily basis. Staff are expected to assist residents as necessary during study hours. Organize, coordinate and supervise outings and recreational activities. Supervise periodic drug testing of residents.

Make purchases of food and other items as necessary. Maintain accurate records of all disbursements, following agency procedures. Intervene and mediate arguments and fights between residents. Appropriately call law enforcement as necessary to maintain order and discipline within the facility. Checking and routine maintenance of runaway, smoke and heat alarms.

Carry and immediately respond to pager as necessary. Act as liaison between facility and parents, school, police and other outside resources and the public. Complete discharge summaries and change of placement forms. Hourly bedchecks Keep track of supplies. Determine weekly allowance for each resident. Maintain individual evaluation sheets.

Get residents up at a proper time in the morning. Employee must be 21+ years of age and have a valid driver's license without restrictions. Hours will be 2:30pm - 10:30pm.