Senior Youth Care Worker

Position Information Position Title Senior Youth Care Worker Position Number TBD Position Type Temporary Part-Time Hiring Location Stanton Campus-Newark, DE Contact Phone Number (302) 454-3916 Contact Email Address s-jobs@dtcc.edu Work Location Stanton Campus-Newark, DE Position Specific Details Delaware Technical Community College seeks dedicated, motivated, energetic, empathetic, and fun counselors who will actively participate in activities and projects for our ten-week summer day camp. Our day camp serves students between the ages of 5-13. Works part-time up to 29 hours a week during the summer months to support our Youth Summer Camp Program. Salary $16.73/hour Classification Information Classification Title Senior Youth Care Worker Job Code 5041 (FT), 5541 (PT) FLSA Non-Exempt Position Pay Grade B/C 08 Position Type Part-Time Summary Statement An incumbent in this class performs at the lead level overseeing general care and supervision of youth by carrying out an established College policies and procedures. Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for recordkeeping and facilitating activities. Programs may be implemented as a result of federal grants, State special funds, or upon initiative of the College. Nature and Scope A class incumbent typically functions with supervision from a technical supervisor, and serves as lead worker providing direction and technical guidance to other staff. An incumbent is responsible for implementing/enforcing College rules and regulations, and for supervising the day-to-day activities of assigned youth by maintaining structure and safety, and providing support and counseling on social skills and academic skills enrichment. The incumbent interacts with other program staff to exchange pertinent information about assigned youth. A significant aspect of the work involves establishing relationships and providing guidance to youths. Principal Accountabilities An incumbent may perform any combination of the below listed accountabilities: 1. Serves as lead worker providing direction and technical guidance to Youth Care Workers. 2. Supervises students and assumes an active participatory role in morning and evening activities of students. 3. Counsels students by establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with students to encourage and assist with their social adjustment and academic skills enrichment. 4. Prepares and maintains records and reports to document pertinent information. 5. Serves as liaison between the Student Enrichment Coordinator and the Program Manager. 6. Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledge of College and program policies, procedures, and regulations. Knowledge of child and/or adolescent behavior and development. Knowledge of the supervision of youths/adolescents. Knowledge of individual and group counseling techniques applicable to youths/adolescents. Knowledge of the preparation and maintenance of records and reports. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to perceive problems and identify needs of youths/adolescents and make recommendations orally and in writing. Ability to use sound judgment in crisis situation. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to develop rapport with students/youths/adolescents and staff. Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree in a relevant field and two (2) years of relevant experience; or other equivalent combination of education and experience. Posting Details Posting Number

REG4930PO

Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date 05/08/2026 Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 04/22/2026 Close Date 05/07/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Applicant Instructions