Direct Care Provider

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Direct Care Provider Job Description Job Title: Direct Care Provider Date: April 15, 2026 Report to: Programs Director FLSA: Part-Time or Full Time, Non-Exempt Approved by: Executive Director Direct Care $18-$21/Hour Teams, Shifts and hours of Work : Front End Team : Sunday-Wednesday and Back End Team: Thursday- Saturday Day Shift: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (9 Hours) Evening Short Shift: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM (5 Hours) Overnight Shift: 9:30 PM - 9:00 AM (11.5 Hours) Job Summary: Direct Care Providers are responsible for providing direct supervision of adolescent survivors of sex trafficking (ages 14-17) and implementing Individual Child Plans and programmatic elements within Sarah’s Home. Essential Job Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the essential functions . Must be able to provide direct supervision of adolescents. Must be coachable and willing to learn and implement trauma-informed care practices. Must be flexible and ready with interventions to help adolescents be successful in the Sarah’s Home program while they go through varying degrees of trauma integration. Must be committed to attend all staff training and thoroughly read and understand all policies and procedures. Facilitate and participate in daily activities: meals, chores, house-cleaning, recreation, homework support, and life skills coaching. Provide instruction and guidance to clients in learning and practicing life skills, including but not limited to budgeting, personal hygiene, communication, and self-care. Willingness to be on-call on a rotating basis Support and engage in outdoor activities with the residents such as hiking, nature walks, outdoor games. Participate in equine-therapy related activities: helping with horse care (as appropriate), leading or accompanying the girls in equine-based experiences. Lift, carry and transport supplies, equipment, gear (e.g., outdoor recreation gear, hiking backpacks, equine equipment) as needed. Be prepared to assist in moving furniture or other items in support of house operations, activity setups, or facility maintenance. Serve as a positive role model: engage in play, recreation, mentoring; build healthy, trusting relationships with the girls; participate in structured and unstructured activities. Monitor behavior, document observations, support therapeutic staff in implementing behavior plans and safety protocols. Work as part of the residential team: attend staff meetings, shift hand-offs, trainings, collaborate with case management, therapists, external partners. Additional Responsibilities: Maintain a clean home environment Able to prepare meals and oversee the preparation of meals Assist in maintaining adequate records Able to transport youth in a Sarah’s Home vehicle to and from appointments or scheduled activities Experience/Education/Qualifications: 2 yrs college and/or 1 yr college experience in a human services field Must not be less than 21 years of age Experience working with teens (desirable) Experience with at-risk youth, trauma survivors, or counseling/social work is preferred QMAP Certification: Must currently hold, or have the ability to obtain, QMAP (Qualified Medication Administration Personnel) certification within the next 6 months. This is required for administering medications and supporting clients' health needs. Skills and Attributes: A passion for providing a safe and caring environment for survivors of sex trafficking to begin the healing process. Ability to intervene and de-escalate in the house when adolescents exhibit challenging behavioral patterns Excellent organization skills and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people. Physical Requirements: This is a physically active role. Frequently lift, carry, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds (for equipment, supplies, outdoor gear). Occasionally assist in moving heavier items (furniture, large equipment) up to ~75 pounds with team assistance. Stand and walk for extended periods (several hours at a time) during shifts and outdoor activities. Hike on uneven terrain, climb slopes/trails, bike, be outdoors in varying weather conditions, and other strenuous physical activities. Participate in equine-based activities: walking alongside horses, assisting with leading, grooming, handling tack, possibly mounting/dismounting, and supervising the girls in those settings. Engage in active play and physical recreation: running, jumping, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and being on‐your feet. Be able to quickly respond to emergent safety situations, which may require bending, lifting, or moving quickly. Mobility to navigate indoor/outdoor environments, stairs, and uneven surfaces. Able to work in a home environment: ascend/descend stairs, maneuver around furniture, assist in cleaning or moving items as part of maintaining the residence. Benefits: Paid time off Direct Care Therapy Vasa Fitness Partner Discounts Travel reimbursement Colorado Secure Savings Retirement This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship. Employee signature below constitutes the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position.