Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $12.75 - $15.50
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
403(b) plan
Employee assistance program
Telemedicine access
Gym membership discounts
Job Description
Upbring is a dedicated organization committed to breaking the cycle of child abuse by providing critical support and care to vulnerable children and families, particularly in Texas. As an agency driven by values such as innovation, empathy, patience, understanding, and trustworthiness, Upbring operates with a family-first mindset, approaching its mission with the passion and courage of warriors. Focused especially on serving unaccompanied children, the organization offers a safe, stable, and nurturing environment designed to help children overcome the trauma and challenges associated with displacement and violence. Supported through grants from the Office of Refugee and Resettlement (ORR), Upbring operates children's... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- at least 21 years of age
- one year experience in child welfare or related field
- ability to work extended and 12-hour shifts
- bilingual ability preferred
- ability to provide conflict resolution and de-escalation
- proficiency in Microsoft Office
- strong verbal communication skills
- ability to work in a team and independently
- ability to maintain ethical boundaries and show compassion
- ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
- compliance with vaccination requirements
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- must be at least 21 years of age
- bilingual in English and Spanish based on service area
- minimum 1-year employment experience in child welfare or working with children/adolescents
- prior full-time experience preferably with youth or adolescents
- ability to work extended and 12-hour shifts
- ability to establish trust and positive rapport with children
- conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
- strong verbal communication skills
- organizational and prioritization abilities
- ability to work independently and in a team
- proficiency with basic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
- ability to use visual and auditory awareness
- demonstrated compassion and ability to remain calm under stress
Job Duties
- Conduct intake services for incoming unaccompanied children including paperwork, assessment, and orientation
- provide basic needs support including meals, hygiene, clothing, and supervision of daily routines
- perform behavior management, oversee therapeutic activities, and intervene in crises
- supervise children and enforce behavior limits consistent with treatment and behavior plans
- ensure safety through appropriate interventions and 1:1 monitoring when needed
- maintain cleanliness and organization of living spaces
- conduct regular 15-minute headcounts
- document services, incidents, and observations accurately
- provide therapeutic crisis intervention as necessary
- assist in social skills development, anger management, and daily living skills education
- support recreational and community inclusion activities
- report safety risks promptly
- assist in emergency evacuations
- build positive relationships with children, staff, and volunteers
- participate in group therapy as needed
- act as a role model exhibiting professionalism and adherence to ethical standards
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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