Residential Care Specialist - Floater

For more than 126 years, Epworth Children's Home has grown and adapted to the individual needs of children and families by providing a safe and nurturing environment, evidence-based practices, and programs across the continuum of care and across the state of South Carolina.Position SummaryProvide a nurturing group living experience consistent with the C.A.R.E. practice model for children in residential placement, the mission of Epworth, and the respective client's plan of care; rotate among cottages as needed; and assist with on/off campus activities as scheduled.Must be able to attend required in-person trainings within two months of hire.Model the competence and character outcomes that are desired for residents, including practical skills for living and problem solving, social maturity, educational achievement, and integrity.Collaborate as a member of a child care team that exists to work on behalf of the best interests of each resident in its care.Provide primary supervision for residents while on duty based upon the development of authentic, caring relationships with each respective child or youth.Job Task SummaryProvide a safe, structured, supervised environment in the cottage and on/off campus while serving as a role model and teacherDevelop meaningful, caring, and authentic relationships with all clients in the cottagePlan and participate in leisure time activities with clients, and assist in supervision of recreational activities on and off campus Assist the cottage staff with: Meal preparation, medication administration, building cleaning and building upkeep, life skills groups, behavior support, and crisis management Attend Bible Study with clients while on duty Attend required trainings and maintain 15 training hours per yearFollow direction and guidance of immediate supervisor.Participate as appropriate in the PQI process as assignedThe above list is not all-inclusive. Other duties as may be assignedQualificationsDemonstrated ability to use sound discretion and judgment in developing and implementing decisionsHas a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist ChurchMust be able to pass standard background checks, including: drug screen, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry and Sex Offenders RegistryBachelor's Degree in human service field, orTwo (2) year Associate Degree in Human Service field and two (2) years experience in working with children or adolescents, orSignificant life experience in working with children and adolescents (i.e. group residential counselor, church/youth experience, camp counselor, etc.)Ability to be outdoors in cold/or heat for recreational purposes with the children. Ability to stand, twist, bend, climb stairs, lift, and stoop in the normal course of care of the children/youth. Must be able to plan and participate in activities and drive a minibus.What Epworth Children's Home Offers Full Time EmployeesRewarding Client Focused work environmentExcellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug PlansCompany paid life insuranceVoluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, Group life403(b) with company matchAmple vacation and sick leaveMission/Volunteer leaveCredit UnionEmployee Assistance ProgramEligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programCareer opportunities throughout the state of SC!