Therapeutic Stabilization Worker, part-time (several positions available)

BASIC FUNCTION:   The Therapeutic Stabilization Worker is responsible for providing supervision, care, and treatment for children in respite care established by The Baby Fold’s Family Support Services Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Creates a positive living environment for children.

• Implements approved treatment plans and evaluates outcomes.

• Models and maintains high health and safety standards. 

• Ensures the safety of children through constant supervision.

• Structures and intervenes in individual and group dynamics to promote growth and self-esteem in children.

• Communicates and interacts in a way which is developmentally appropriate, positive, and helpful to the children’s treatment using proper tone, volume, and cadence of voice. 

• Communicates and models appropriate behavior, language and hygiene.

• Maintains professional boundaries with children and their families.

• Completes all required record keeping and data collection.

• Works cooperatively with other team members.

• Communicates any concerns to supervisor.

• Provides input to treatment team.

• Transports child to and from community activities in the community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Must meet the definition of an MHP as defined in Part 132, Medicaid Community Mental Health Service Program.  Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• One year experience working with children with severe behavioral and emotional disabilities.

• Certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention strongly preferred.

• Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends.

• Demonstrated competence in serving a culturally diverse population.

• Physical ability to maintain the safety and well being of children for whom there is responsibility.

• Must pass DCFS drug screen and background checks.

• Must meet DCFS driver eligibility requirements.

• Ability to use one’s own vehicle for work-related duties.

• Mission-oriented and willing to apply The Baby Fold’s mission and values to the performance of job duties.

WORK HOURS:  After school, evening, and weekend hours

LOCATION:  Normal, Illinois and the local community

To apply, print out an application and send to:

Human Resources

The Baby Fold

108 E. Willow St.

Normal, IL 61761

Fax: (309) 452-0115

Applications are also available at this address. 

The Baby Fold is an Equal Opportunity Employer.