At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve.  Every day, we strive to embody our core values: 

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion. 

• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive. 

• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength. 

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time. 

Your Mission in Action

The Youth Care Worker provides direct supervision and ensures a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for unaccompanied children (UC) in accordance with the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) guidelines. This role is dedicated to fostering a sense of security, stability, and well-being for children in our care.  

• Ensure all necessary paperwork and assessments are completed accurately and timely 
• Provide a thorough overview of program services and assist with the UC’s initial placement 
• Support the smooth and effective orientation for new UC 
• Consistently meet UC’s basic needs upon arrival (e.g., meals, clothing, hygiene products, bedroom assignment) 
• Support UC routines with professionalism, ensuring adherence to schedules for wake-up, bedtime, personal care, chores, homework, meals, recreational activities, and laundry 
• Implement effective behavior management strategies in alignment with UC’s individual treatment and behavior plan 
• Supervise UC with respect and in accordance with ORR standards 
• Ensure a safe, secure environment always for UC, following established safety protocols 
• Provide 1:1 monitoring as directed by management or clinical teams to address any medical, mental health, or behavioral needs 

Youth Care Worker Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (based on service area and service population)
• One (1) year of employment experience in child welfare field working with children and/or adolescents

Youth Care Worker Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree in Social Services, Human Services, or closely related field
• Two (2) years’ previous experience performing direct care services to children and adolescents

Travel 

• This position may be required to travel up to 50% 

Perks at Upbring

• Competitive PTO & paid holidays 
• Health, dental, vision insurance & more
• 403(b) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Gym Memberships 

Physical Demands & Work Conditions for a Youth Care Worker

• This position requires sitting and looking and using a computer for long periods of time
• Position works in a child facility and has constant exposure to children 
• Position requires frequent standing, walking and time in units/cottages which are areas where children reside 
• Lift, push, pull, move up to 125 lbs. 

The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus.

Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.