Child and Family Relief (Per Diem)

Description Eliot is seeking energetic, positive, service-oriented individuals to work in a variety of group home settings with children, ages 0 - 12 years old, who are in the care of the Department of Children and Families. This position provides a great opportunity to positively impact and influence the life of a child by being a supportive and nurturing caregiving adult. Each of Eliot's Latency Homes offers a positive, healthy living situation in which young children who may have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect can thrive and grow. The role is multifaceted and includes teaching, limit setting, advocating, coordinating treatment, and being a positive adult role model. Work as part of a dedicated team to make a difference in a child's life Our Social Services Division includes short-term community-based assessment programs and group homes for children (birth to 12 years old) and adolescents (13 to 21 years old). The programs are contracted with the Department of Children and Families and provide a safe, structured, and respectful environment for children and youth to thrive, change and grow by focusing on treatment, skill-building, and permanency. Responsibilities: Daily coordination, support, and guidance of children in their daily activities that may include classroom, leisure/ sports activities, meals, and hygiene Serve as a healthy adult role model to children and assist them in developing coping, social, and life skills. Serve as an advocate to the youth through the implementation of his/her Individualized Treatment Plan. Monitor children while ensuring program safety and security. Monitor and observe the behavior of children and take appropriate action to maintain a safe and supportive environment. Qualifications: Must meet the minimum age requirement: 21 years old (or 20 years old with at least 2 years of relative experience) Drivers License and a reliable vehicle Schedule: Varies/As Needed Pay: $20.00/hr. Location: Dedham MA (on-site) Eliot's comprehensive benefits package includes the following: 75% Company Contribution to Medical and Dental Insurance, 12 Paid Holidays, 15 to 20 Vacation Days Annually, 12 Sick Days Annually 401(k) Retirement Plan With Employer Match 100% Company-Paid Life & Accidental Death Insurance 100% Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance Employee Referral Bonus Comprehensive Staff Orientation and Training Programs & Professional Development Assistance Credit Union Affiliation $3000 Dollar Tuition Reimbursement Annually In addition to the $3000 tuition reimbursement that is offered through Eliots benefits package, Eliots commitment to the growth of its employees continues through our college partnerships. Apply today to learn more Eliot is committed to identifying and dismantling barriers that prevent people with marginalized racial identities from actualizing their full employment potential, assuming leadership roles, or from fully engaging at all levels in the workplace. Qualifications Skills Preferred Experience with population: Intermediate Communication Skills: Intermediate Computer Software Skills: Intermediate Med Administration: Some Knowledge Education Required High School or better Experience Preferred 1 year: Experience with this population

Created: 2024-11-02