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Description: Nexus Family Healing is looking to add a Temporary Relief Youth Care Professional to our location in Portland, Oregon! This small PRTF program serves up to six youth at a time, ages 10-17 with mental and developmental disabilities who have become involved in the justice system. The program, located at Nexus' Walden Crossing, is a secure location, providing high staff to youth ratios as well as 24/7 nursing, recreational and therapeutic professionals, psychiatric services, and an array of other types of therapies. Join an organization that makes a true difference in the lives of youth and their families! Schedule/Pay/Location: • Temporary Relief, on-site opportunity: all shifts • 1s Shift: 7:00am-5:30pm • 2nd Shift: 2:00pm-12:30am • 3rd Shift: 11:30pm-8:00am • Pay Rate: $23.00+ per hour • Walden Crossing Address: 722 NE 162nd Ave, Portland OR 97320 Nexus' Comprehensive Benefits Include: • Paid Time Off • 401k match • NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family • Advancement pathways and internal promotion • And much more! As a Youth Care Professional, you will: • Support and reinforce the therapeutic plan of clients by providing guidance and direction to residents in their daily living activities • Provide mentorship and supervision of resident daily activities and behavior according to established guidelines and procedures • Participate with coworkers as a team on implementation of treatment plans and therapeutic services • Remain cognizant of individual client phases, privileges, restrictions and adapt interactions accordingly • Ensure resident safety and collaborate with coworkers to maintain an environment that is positive, respectful, clean and therapeutic • Work effectively with clients' families/support networks to reinforce positive family partnerships; Follows established protocols in the use of family engagement and involvement techniques • Plan and participate in off-campus resident activities and assist in the transportation of clients to home visits, doctor appointments, planned recreational activities Requirements: Required Qualifications: • Must be 21 Years of Age • Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent • Must have a valid driver's license • A desire to work in the human services field & caring for at-risk youth • Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges. • Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values. • Must successfully pass a ODHS criminal background check • Successfully participate and complete a three-part Nonviolent Crisis Intervention exam and training Physical Demands • Must be able to assist staff in physical interventions and restraints of clients • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance • Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours) • Must be able to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities within a residential treatment facility At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith.Our ICARE Values: • Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches • Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern • Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly • Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate • Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards APPLY TODAY TO BE CONTACTED BY OUR RECRUITING TEAM! When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives — including your own! PI285810184