Direct Care Worker – Teaching Family Homes

Marquette, Michigan
Full-Time | Starting at $18/hour

Teaching Family Homes is a 24/7 residential facility dedicated to providing care, stability, and guidance to youth placed with us due to abuse/neglect, mental health rehabilitation needs, and juvenile justice involvement. We currently operate two group homes in Marquette and one in Newberry, each serving up to six children at a time. We are looking for compassionate, reliable Direct Care Workers to join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the youth we serve.

About the Role

A typical day for a Direct Care Worker resembles the rhythm of a structured household. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting youth with morning routines
• Preparing and serving meals
• Passing medications
• Supporting chores and life-skills development
• Helping youth with schoolwork or online schooling
• Supervising recreation time and activities
• Attending appointments and family meetings
• Facilitating evening routines and bedtime

During summers and weekends, staff often enjoy more flexible opportunities for outdoor and community activities such as beach outings, hiking, farmers markets, and other recreational experiences.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday

• 7am–3pm
• 3pm–11pm

Compensation

• Starting at $18/hour (non-negotiable unless candidate has prior Child Caring Institution experience)
• Annual raises may be awarded after successful completion of yearly evaluations

Training Requirements

Our training is thorough and essential to our mission:

• Paid two-week training (typically Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm)
• Flexibility available for students or those with scheduling conflicts
• All employees must complete 16 hours of training before working with youth
• 50 hours of training required within the first year

Benefits

Full-Time Employees

• Medical Insurance with Health Reimbursement Account
  • $250 Single / $500 Family Deductible after HRA
  • Available after 90 days
• Dental Insurance (90 days)
• Vision Insurance (90 days)
• Employer-Paid Group Life Insurance ($50k, 6 months)
• Employer-Paid Short Term Disability (6 months)
• ESI Employee Assistance Program
  • Employer-paid, confidential
  • 5 free counseling sessions per year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Employer contributions after 1 year
• Paid Time Off (accrued)
• 10 Paid Holidays a year

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Direct care work experience, knowledge and experience with the Teaching Family Homes Model preferred.
3. Be of good moral character.
4. Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Adequate vehicle insurance if using own vehicle in the course of employment
5. Background checks required.