Youth Care Worker — Second Shift

Job overview

The Youth Care Worker — Second Shift role is onsite in Louisville, KY. Starting pay is $18 per hour, and the posting offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus paid in two installments. The role supports Maryhurst’s residential programs for children affected by abuse and neglect. The worker provides structure, safety, and care in a dorm or group-home setting, helping young people build coping strategies, independent-living skills, and healthy relationships. The position includes a four-day workweek, with second-shift hours and Saturday and Sunday shifts required.

What you'll do

• Monitor and interact with youth during meals, chores, homework, free time, and bedtime
• provide a consistent and supportive environment
• may dispense medications as necessary
• maintain accurate documentation
• attend weekly or monthly meetings
• help youth build positive coping strategies, independent-living skills, and healthy relationships
• respond appropriately to adolescents’ emotional and physical needs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

youth care worker

second shift

louisville ky

maryhurst

$18/hr starting

$1,000 sign-on bonus

residential care

youth support

saturday and sunday required

four-day workweek

high school diploma or ged

valid driver's license

24+

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• retirement plan
• paid time off
• vacation and paid sick time
• employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

A $1,000 sign-on bonus is paid half after three months and half after six months. The posting notes an opportunity for two pay increases within the first 90 days. Applicants must be at least 24 years old; a valid driver’s license and high school diploma or GED are required.

About the employer

Maryhurst is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Residential Care Facilities. Sector: 62.