*JOB DESCRIPTION*
*Position Title:* CMA In-House Staff
*Classification:* Full Time, Exempt, & Fully Donation Supported
*Reports To:* CMA Program Manager
*Location:* *Caribbean Mountain Academy, Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic*
*General Statement of Responsibility:*
To build relationships with struggling teens through transparency and accountability while providing direct care to them in a manner consistent with their individual treatment plans, and Crosswinds’ guidelines, practices, and policies, and do all while demonstrating the grace of God through Jesus Christ.
Responsibilities:
* To oversee and be involved with students during any and all activities, including but not limited to; in-house activities, beach excursions, rain forest hiking, community service, and social events
* Monitor correspondence with the program manager and counselor to identify issues the student is working through to progress each student individually based on their Behavioral Plan
* Serve as a mentor to each youth.
* Participate in in-service orientation and training in child care methods.
* Maintain order, intervene in crisis situations, and administer proper, fair and constructive discipline consistent with Crosswinds’ policies.
* Maintain an understanding of each resident’s treatment plan.
* Be aware of and carry out Crosswinds’ guidelines and practices as defined in Crosswinds' procedural manual.
* Model and teach the balanced life concept in all interaction with residents.
* Be a positive role model to the residents by demonstrating high moral and ethical standards.
* Be active in discipleship interaction with residents and staff.
* Attend all regularly scheduled staff meetings.
Examples of Tasks:
* Assist in maintaining records on the residents (levels, significant behavioral changes, and medications).
* Assist in supervising the chores and work hours.
* Assist with transporting residents to various appointments and activities including but not limited to horseback riding, snorkeling, doctors/dentist appointments, and campus projects
* Dispense medications as authorized and prescribed.
* Supervise meals and assist in house cooking twice a week
Minimum Qualifications
* Personal relationship with Christ
* References attesting to lifestyle consistent with Christian faith
* High School Diploma/ GED
* Must be at least 21 years of age
* Must pass all background checks
* Exceptional people skills
* Problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Bachelors degree or vocational equivalent
* Prior experience serving at-risk youth
* Bi-lingual with Spanish
* Participation on mission trips
