Caregiver / Direct Care Staff

Position Title: Caregiver / Direct Care Staff

Reports To: Child Care Administrator

Position Summary

The Caregiver provides direct supervision, care, and support for children residing at Guided Path DFW, a licensed General Residential Operation (GRO). This role is essential in maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that promotes the emotional, behavioral, educational, and physical well-being of each child in compliance with Texas HHSC Minimum Standards.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision & Safety

  • Provide continuous supervision of children in care, ensuring safety, order, and adherence to program rules.
  • Maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios at all times as required by HHSC.
  • Monitor daily routines including wake-up, school, meals, recreation, and bedtime.
  • Conduct room checks and account for all children during each shift.

Daily Care & Support

  • Assist children with personal hygiene, daily chores, homework, and recreational activities.
  • Encourage positive peer and staff relationships.
  • Support children in attending therapy, school, extracurricular, and community activities.

Behavioral Guidance

  • Implement trauma-informed care practices and positive behavior management strategies.
  • Use approved discipline techniques consistent with the facility’s Discipline Policy and HHSC regulations.
  • Respond to crisis situations calmly using de-escalation techniques
  • Assist in developing and following individualized behavior support plans.

Health & Wellness

  • Administer and document medication as authorized and trained.
  • Provide first aid/CPR in emergencies.
  • Support children in maintaining healthy lifestyles, including nutrition, sleep, and recreation.

Documentation & Communication

  • Record daily logs, behavioral observations, incident reports, and progress notes.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors, case managers, therapists, and treatment specialists.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all child records and information.

Team Collaboration

  • Work collaboratively with other caregivers and staff to ensure consistency in care.
  • Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and case conferences as required.
  • Contribute to a supportive, respectful workplace culture.

Qualifications

  • At least 21 years of age (per HHSC standards).
  • Minimum of 1 year experience working with children or youth in residential care, education, or related settings (preferred).
  • Current certification in CPR/First Aid (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
  • Completion of all HHSC pre-service training and background checks (preferred)..
  • Crisis intervention training required within the first 90 days of employment (preferred)..

Competencies

  • Compassionate and patient approach to working with children.
  • Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Ability to remain calm and effective in crisis situations.
  • Consistency, reliability, and commitment to teamwork.
  • Dedication to the mission of supporting children’s growth and healing.

Work Schedule & Compensation

  • Full-time or part-time, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts.
  • Hourly wage commensurate with experience and training certifications.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid training
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • GRO residential child care: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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