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The Village of Boys Town, incorporated as a Nebraska municipality in 1936, has its own police and fire departments, schools, churches, post office and ball fields along with numerous historic venues. At any given time, about 400 boys and girls live in the Village, receiving care in dozens of family homes typically eight kids to a residence.
In this community of hope near Omaha, boys and girls change their lives and prepare to go out into the world as confident people of good character. Boys Town services touch the lives of nearly 150,000 children and families in the region each year.
Overview of Job
Live on-site in a Boys Town Family Home and provide direct care for 6-8 at-risk youth through creating a safe and loving family-style living environment
Provide emotional support utilizing praise, positive feedback, affection and empathy to build ones self-confidence and respect
Use rational problem solving techniques to teach youth critical thinking skills, assist with behavioral problems, counsel through personal issues and provide crisis intervention
Plan, participate and provide opportunities for individual and family activities that are both educational and entertaining
Display and teach parenting, family and relationship skills to youth, legal guardians and caretakers to create family engagement
Maintain contact with both internal and external consumers agencies to obtain or provide information regarding youth's behaviors, strategies and progress
Prepare written records for household budgeting, tracking youth progress, reporting incidents/behaviors and document youth medical needs and appointments
Teach and role model Boys Town values and ethical behaviors, as well as support and encourage participation in regular religious activities
Supervise the activities of assigned Assistant Family-Teacher to aid in their development and success
Manage the daily operating schedule of the home; assist with youth transportation needs, and overall household upkeep
Benefits
Annual starting salary of $68,000 per couple (Dependent upon location)
Benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance; a 401K retirement plan; paid vacation and sick leave
Significantly subsidized living expenses, which include rent, utilities, and a monthly household budget (Dependent upon location)
Opportunities to earn college credit while working
Career advancement opportunities within the organization
Relocation Assistance
Company vehicle
Required Qualifications
Be at least 21 years of age or older, except if applying for Washington D.C. due to contractual requirements one must be at least 22 years of age or older
High School diploma or equivalent is required, some college credit is preferred
Valid driver's license with good driving record and ability to pass MVR Check
Flexibility and willingness to work a wide array of hours, which includes days, evenings, weekends and holidays
Ability to pass a thorough background check and reference verification procedure in order to determine one's fitness to satisfactorily and safely care for youth
Ability to attend a 2-weeks paid training in Omaha, Nebraska
Keywords
social work, family advocacy, wrap-around services, foster care, case planning, case management, mental health, psychology, sociology, human services, CASA, social services, criminal justice, criminology, education, at-risk youth, group home
Additional Information
This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.