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YOUTH RESIDENT COORDINATOR

Job Code: 3033
Pay Grade: 106

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

General Functions
   Provides direct care and supervision for abused, neglected, and emotionally and socially handicapped children placed in residential care. Supplements implementation of treatment programs for the children. Responsible for the conduct and welfare of children placed in residential care.

Work is performed under the supervision of a Youth Resident Supervisor or assigned supervisor and is reviewed on a regular basis through observations, conferences, and results achieved.
 
Representative Duties /Assignments
  
  • Maintains continuous supervision of children at all times, notifying supervisors of unusual problems, which may arise.
  • Assists in implementation of educational and behavioral management goals.
  • Assesses children’s problems to make appropriate applications of social learning techniques.
  • Monitors children's physical condition and reports any medical needs to nurse and/or supervisor to assure proper attention and documentation.
  • Supervises and/or participates in all activities planned for the children.
  • Transports children to and from scheduled activities and appointments.
  • Prepares all required reports and ensures all documentation is accurate and processed in a timely and appropriate manner.
  • Participates in staff meetings and in-service training.
  • Performs other related work as required.
 
Minimum Qualifications
   High school graduate or equivalent and two years of experience in direct care of children, preferably in a residential setting; or an equivalent combination of education or training.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License and may be required to provide own vehicle for job related duties.

Must be able to demonstrate intermediate to advanced proficiency in word processing functions, preferably Microsoft Word, and email functions.
 
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3/3/2004