Temporary Residential Care Worker

ABOUT THE POSITION

A Special Message from the CEO
The County of Riverside's Temporary Assignment Program is urgently hiring qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies for the Department of Public Social Services, Children Services Division (Harmony Haven) in Beaumont, California.

Under general supervision, provides direct care for children and youth ages birth to 17 years in protective custody and awaiting placement in a residential setting at Harmony Haven Children and Youth Center.

Incumbents perform the more routine duties involved with the supervision and care of children and youth, to include observing and documenting their behavior, development and needs, instructing them on the development and use of essential life skills, and supporting their overall daily needs.

The department desires candidates with professional experience working with children; or who have taken college courses in Child Development, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.



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*IMPORTANT! All applicants for positions at Harmony Haven Children's and Youth Center must meet the age requirement of at least 21 years of age as required by the Transitional Shelter Care Facility Operating Standards by the California Department of Social Services.

Applicants who are under 21 years of age are not eligible for positions within Harmony Haven but may be eligible for positions in other divisions or departments.

Work schedules available:

-Monday-Friday, Graveyard 11:00 pm - 8:00 am

-Friday-Sunday, Night shift 7:00 pm - 8:00 am

-Friday-Sunday, Day shift 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

Meet the Team!The County of Riverside Department of Public Social Services is comprised of employees who work collectively and in partnership with community-based organizations to serve the needs of the community.

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EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Assist children with meals, bathing, hygiene and other daily routine tasks.

• Supervise and account for children and youth.

• Develop, plan, supervise, and participate in daily recreational and social activities, including outdoor programs and physical exercise.

• Implement facility policies, procedures, and techniques to assess and instruct children and youth in positive behavior management, socialization, and living skills.

• Observe and document the behavior, development and needs of children and youth; prepare incident and other written reports.

• Consult and communicate with shift leaders, supervisors and professional staff concerning behavior issues and the needs of children and youth.

• Perform light housekeeping duties to ensure a neat, clean and orderly environment, such as bed making, laundry, and take inventory of clothes, linens, food and supplies.

• Give verbal and physical reassurance and provide guidance to children and youth in distress.

• Interview involved parties and/or respond to critical incidents and emergenc...