Direct Care Provider PRN

Job Title: Direct Care Provider PRN   
Report to: Shift Supervisor     
Approved by: Executive Director    
Teams, Shifts and hours of Work: 
FLSA:  PRN, Non-Exempt 
Salary: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour 
1. Front End Team: Sunday-Wednesday and Back End Team: Thursday- Saturday 
● Day Shift: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (9 Hours) 
● Evening Short Shift: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM (5 Hours) 
● Overnight Shift: 9:30 PM - 9:00 AM (11.5 Hours) 
Job Purpose: 
● Role: Fill short-term staffing needs, cover staff vacations, manage resident care, or replace absent 
employees on an as-needed basis.  
● Schedule: Variable and flexible; shifts may include days, nights, weekends, or holidays with zero 
guaranteed weekly minimums.  
● Commitment: Must meet minimum availability requirements set by the facility (e.g., a specific 
number of shifts per month or holiday commitments).  
Job Summary: Direct Care Providers are responsible for providing direct supervision of adolescent 
survivors of sex trafficking (ages 14-17) and implementing Individual Child Plans and programmatic 
elements within Sarah’s Home. 
Due to the sensitive nature of this role, extensive background checks are required, including Child 
Welfare Abuse & Neglect database (TRAILS) check, CBI and FBI backgrounds. References and 
verification of employment.  
Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number 
of qualified applications.  
Essential Job Functions: PRN staff may be asked to fill open shifts with advance notice whenever 
possible. The hiring manager will ask for preferred shifts, and schedules are structured so PRN staff will 
usually fill in during preferred times. However, due to the nature of the program, there may be occasions 
when requests to cover other shifts or to fill in on short notice may occur. Reasonable accommodations 
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the essential functions. 
● Must be able to provide direct supervision of adolescents. 
● Must be coachable and willing to learn and implement trauma-informed care practices. 
● Must be flexible and ready with interventions to help adolescents be successful in the Sarah’s 
Home program while they go through varying degrees of trauma integration. 
● Must be committed to attend all staff training and thoroughly read and understand all policies and 
procedures. 
● Facilitate and participate in daily activities: meals, chores, house-cleaning, recreation, homework 
support, and life skills coaching. Provide instruction and guidance to clients in learning and 
practicing life skills, including but not limited to budgeting, personal hygiene, communication, 
and self-care. 
● Willingness to be on-call on a rotating basis 
● Support and engage in outdoor activities with the residents such as hiking, nature walks, outdoor 
games. 
● Participate in equine-therapy related activities: helping with horse care (as appropriate), leading 
or accompanying the girls in equine-based experiences. 
● Lift, carry and transport supplies, equipment, gear (e.g., outdoor recreation gear, hiking 
backpacks, equine equipment) as needed. 
● Be prepared to assist in moving furniture or other items in support of house operations, activity 
setups, or facility maintenance. 
● Serve as a positive role model: engage in play, recreation, mentoring; build healthy, trusting 
relationships with the girls; participate in structured and unstructured activities. 
● Monitor behavior, document observations, support therapeutic staff in implementing behavior 
plans and safety protocols. 
● Work as part of the residential team: attend staff meetings, shift hand-offs, trainings, collaborate 
with case management, therapists, external partners. 
● Performs other related duties as assigned 
Additional Responsibilities: 
● Maintain a clean home environment 
● Able to prepare meals and oversee the preparation of meals 
● Assist in maintaining adequate records 
● Able to transport youth in a Sarah’s Home vehicle to and from appointments or scheduled 
activities 
Experience/Education/Qualifications: 
● 2 yrs college and/or 1 yr college experience in a human services field 
● Must not be less than 21 years of age 
● Experience working with teens (desirable) 
● Experience with at-risk youth, trauma survivors, or counseling/social work is preferred 
● QMAP Certification: Must currently hold, or have the ability to obtain, QMAP (Qualified 
Medication Administration Personnel) certification within the next 6 months. This is required for 
administering medications and supporting clients' health needs. 
Skills and Attributes: 
● A passion for providing a safe and caring environment for survivors of sex trafficking to begin 
the healing process. 
● Ability to intervene and de-escalate in the house when adolescents exhibit challenging behavioral 
patterns 
● Excellent organization skills and attention to detail. 
● Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people. 
Physical Requirements: This is a physically active role. 
● Frequently lift, carry, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds (for equipment, 
supplies, outdoor gear). 
● Occasionally assist in moving heavier items (furniture, large equipment) up to ~75 pounds with 
team assistance. 
● Stand and walk for extended periods (several hours at a time) during shifts and outdoor activities. 
● Hike on uneven terrain, climb slopes/trails, bike, be outdoors in varying weather conditions, and 
other strenuous physical activities. 
● Participate in equine-based activities: walking alongside horses, assisting with leading, grooming, 
handling tack, possibly mounting/dismounting, and supervising the girls in those settings. 
● Engage in active play and physical recreation: running, jumping, bending, stooping, kneeling, 
reaching, lifting, and being on‐your feet. 
● Be able to quickly respond to emergent safety situations, which may require bending, lifting, or 
moving quickly. 
● Mobility to navigate indoor/outdoor environments, stairs, and uneven surfaces. 
● Able to work in a home environment: ascend/descend stairs, maneuver around furniture, assist in 
cleaning or moving items as part of maintaining the residence. 
Benefits: 
● Paid time off 
● Supplemental Health Insurance 
● Direct Care Therapy 
● Dental 
● Vision 
● Short Term Disability 
● Vasa Fitness Partner Discounts 
● Travel reimbursement 
● Colorado Secure Savings Retirement 
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” 
relationship. 
Experience: 
● Case management: 3 years (Preferred) 
Ability to Commute: 
● Peyton, CO 80831 (Required) 
Work Location: In person