Youth Care Worker

Amergis

Chelsea, VTContract / Full-time$22/hrPosted 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$22/hr

Location

Chelsea, VT

Schedule

Contract / Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

The Youth Care Worker oversees the safety of children or adolescents in secure care settings, interacts positively with youth, assists with daily activities, and implements treatment plans. The role also involves encouraging positive behaviors through communication, decision-making, and problem-solving, responding to emergencies, and redirecting youth when needed.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Youth CareCPRCommunicationDecision-MakingProblem-Solving

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDAssociate's Degree in Social Sciences, Counseling, Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Education, or Child Development2 Years Youth Care ExperienceCurrent CPRTB ScreeningCurrent Health CertificateMust Be 18+

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Full job description

Youth Care Worker

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $22 / Hour

Hours: 40.00

Location: Chelsea, VT

The Youth Care Worker (YCW) is responsible for the oversight and safety of children or adolescents in a variety of secure setting care settings. The Youth Care Worker will interact with the youth in a positive manner while assisting them with daily activities and implementing treatment plans.

The Youth Care Worker will display a professional and caring attitude and will encourage positive behaviors through effective communication, decision-making, and problem-solving. The Youth Care Worker will respond to emergencies and assist in the redirection of youth when needed.

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED required
Associate’s Degree in social sciences, counseling,behavioral sciences, human services, criminal justice, education, or childdevelopment preferred
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in the care, custody, orpersonal guidance of youth
Bilingual or multilingual may be preferred in somesettings
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Current CPR if applicable
TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Aide

Job Function: Aide | Youth Care Worker | Youth Care Worker

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0814

Contract Duration: 26

Pay Rate: $22 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-10-13