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Youth Care Worker

Emsworth, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

Entry level

Youth Care Worker Program: Journey of Hope Shelter Reports to: House Supervisor Hours: 2:30pm-10:30pm (afternoon) Shift Differential: Base Rate +$1.00 afternoon shift HFI Mission Duties: Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a …

Skills: Direct Supervision, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Informed Care, De-escalation Techniques, Case Documentation

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Case Manager LTFC

Moon Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

$56k–$62k/yr

Mid level

Case Manager-LTFC Reports to: Coordinator of Case Management Location: Moon Hours: Salaried-Exempt. HFI MISSION DUTIES: Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a 125-year-old Catholic organization with an impeccable history of se…

Skills: Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Family Reunification, Documentation, Service Coordination

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Director of Philanthropy

Emsworth, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

Senior

Director of Philanthropy Program: Development Reports to: Chief Development Officer Hours: Full-Time position – salaried exempt Position Overview The Director of Philanthropy is a senior Development leader responsible fo…

Skills: Fundraising Strategy, Major Gifts, Planned Giving, Annual Giving, Donor Stewardship

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Youth Counselor

Emsworth, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level

Journey of Hope Program-LTFC Youth Counselor Program: Journey of Hope-LTFC Reports to: Shift Supervisor Location: Moon Hours: Full-time, morning/afternoon 8 hours per-shift HFI MISSION DUTIES: Holy Family Institute (HFI)…

Skills: Conflict Resolution, Problem Solving, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Support, Case Documentation

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Shift Supervisor - Afternoon Shift

Emsworth, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$22/hr

Mid level

Journey of Hope-LTFC Shift Supervisor Reports to: Program Manager Hours: Full Time position – 40 hours per week Shifts: Afternoon. Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday HFI Mission Duties: Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a …

Skills: Staff Supervision, Crisis Management, Behavioral Intervention, Administrative Reporting, Conflict Resolution

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IT Support Specialist

Emsworth, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

Entry level

IT Support Specialist Program: IT Reports to: Director of IT Hours: Full-time, exempt position HFI Mission Duties: Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a 125-year-old Catholic organization with an impeccable history of serving…

Skills: Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Software Troubleshooting, Google Workspace, Microsoft Platforms

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Vice President of Family & Social Services Programs

Emsworth, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

Senior

Vice President of Family & Social Service Programs Program: Community Programs Reports to: Chief Program Offices Location: Emsworth Hours: Full-time, salary, exempt position with flexibility. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Vic…

Skills: Strategic Leadership, Program Development, Operational Oversight, Financial Management, Budgeting

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Physical Education/Health Teacher

Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

$50k–$55k/yr

Entry level

Physical Education/Health Teacher Reports to: Specialized Learning School Principal Location: Holy Family Specialized Learning Hours: 9-month full time General Statement of Duties: The Physical Education Teacher demonstr…

Skills: Physical Education Instruction, Health Education, Crisis Management, Lesson Adaptation, Student Evaluation

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Security Specialist

Moon Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

Mid level

Security Specialist Program: Safety & Security Reports to: VP of Facilities and Security Hours: Full-time, 2pm-10pm Location: Pittsburgh HFI Locations HFI Mission Duties: Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a 125-year-old Cat…

Skills: Security Monitoring, Incident Reporting, Fire Safety Inspection, Crisis De-escalation, Physical Restraint

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Payroll & Benefits Analyst

Emsworth, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

$58k–$63k/yr

Mid level

Payroll & Benefits Analyst Reports to: Director of Human Resources Location: On-site in Emsworth Hours: Salaried Exempt, flexible to meet the needs of program MISSION AND NEED: Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a 125-year-o…

Skills: Payroll Processing, Benefits Administration, Compliance Management, HRIS Proficiency, Microsoft Excel

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Youth Care Worker

Holy Family Institute

Emsworth, Pennsylvania, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • high school, bachelor degree
  • Posted 8d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Provide daily direct supervision, monitoring, and support for children in a shelter environment, including assisting with schoolwork and activities. Maintain a safe, clean living environment and implement trauma-informed care and crisis intervention strategies.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor's degree preferred and at least one year of experience working with children. Must possess a valid PA driver's license and be able to obtain Act 33/34 and FBI clearances.

Full job description

Youth Care Worker

Program: Journey of Hope Shelter
Reports to: House Supervisor
Hours: 2:30pm-10:30pm (afternoon)
Shift Differential: Base Rate +$1.00 afternoon shift 
 
HFI Mission Duties: 
Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a 125-year-old Catholic organization with an impeccable history of serving children and families in the Pittsburgh Region. We are one of Pittsburgh’s largest social service organizations operating 15 programs in two counties. We are an independent organization guided by Catholic Social Teachings and serving people of all faiths and backgrounds. 
 
General Statement of Duties:  
The Youth Care Worker (YCW) is to provide daily direct supervision and monitoring of children in care. This includes helping the children with schoolwork, implementing or planning activities, engaging the children in conversation, and intervening during crisis. The YCW must have the children in their line of sight at all times while in ratio. The YCW must also perform cleaning duties to maintain cleanliness of the cottages where the children live, as well as food service duties during mealtimes. 
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Promotes the Mission and Philosophy of Holy Family Institute 
  • Provides direct supervision of children in care and maintain line-of-sight at all times while in ratio 
  • Accompany and drives children to offsite appointments, onsite schooling, activities, and other outings as determined by the program 
  • Always stays in ratio while participating in 1:1 supervision of children as needed according to safety plans 
  • Oversee and encourage children's daily activities, helping to foster a positive and trauma-informed environment 
  • Completes and submits internal incident reports accurately and according to protocol within required timeframes 
  • Participates in mealtime prep and cleanup of the children’s meals. This may include the warming of the meals provided by kitchen staff 
  • Performs daily cleaning after meals and maintains general cleanliness of facilities including laundry and rotational cleaning schedule of the assigned unit 
  • Participates in the intake and discharge processes and ensures all documentation is completed while doing so 
  • Communicates appropriate information surrounding children’s behavior and acculturation to other departments in a timely and effective manner 
  • Assists Shift Coordinators with the training of new Youth Care Workers once they have been properly onboarded to the program 
  • Assist and guide residents with their personal hygiene needs and other activities of daily living through modeling, coaching and structured activities 
  • Models and assist in the implementation of HART and Trauma-Informed Care 
  • Follows treatment plans as written in each resident’s individualized service and safety plans 
  • Assists and promotes acculturation in a culturally sensitive way, actively working to reduce bias and promote cultural sensitivity and acculturation for the children 
  • Manages unanticipated events and crisis situations in a positive, constructive manner 
  • Utilizes effective verbal and nonverbal de-escalation techniques to help a child in a crisis, using physical interventions when necessary to manage risk behavior. 
  • Maintains confidentiality for clients and their records 
  • Maintains a pleasant, tidy, sanitary, and safe living environment for residents 
  • Complete required documentation in keeping with agency standards using an electronic record system 
  • Demonstrates accountability for orderly management and safety of the shelter daily living routines, individual youth, groups and therapeutic programs 
  • Supports all functions to maintain accreditation and compliance with regulatory agencies 
  • Adheres to all agency and departmental safety procedures including reporting any unsafe practices, equipment, and environment, and takes an active role in correcting the unsafe practice, equipment, or environment through proper notification 
  • Models appropriate behaviors (e.g., respect for others, appropriate dress, appropriate conflict resolution, etc.) 
  • Participates in all required agency and regulatory training within expected time frame 
  • Promptly reports civil or criminal convictions, charges, arrests, investigations, or adjudications that may arise since staff member’s last background investigation. This includes but is not limited to sexual abuse in a prison, jail, holding facility, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997), or care provider facility; conviction of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or who was civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in such activity 
  • Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor 
Requirements: 
  • High School diploma, GED or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree preferred 
  • One year working with children required; residential or human services preferred 
  • Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately 
  • Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals. Ability to maintain electronic records, medical files and have basic computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office applications 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Must have or be able to obtain Act 33/34 and FBI clearances 
  • The ability to drive a car or van; must have a valid PA driver’s license 
  • Fluency in Spanish and English (read, write and speak) preferred 
  • Must be at least 21 years of age 

Physical Requirements: 
  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards 
  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards 
  • Ability to lift or push a minimum of 20 lbs by themselves or up to 50 lbs with the assistance of others 
  • Ability to stay awake for an entire working shift 
  • Ability to verbally de-escalate children during a crisis situation 
  • Capable of frequently climbing stairs and other activities that involve physical exertion (i.e. walking hallways, walking across campus)  
  • Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly in person / on telephone 
  • Quick physical response to a crisis situation

COMMITMENT TO SOCIAL JUSTICE
Holy Family Institute and its affiliated organizations are committed to an environment that respects and values every human being and individual differences. We will invest time and resources to create an inclusive environment for all of our stakeholders. This means we will respect diversity that includes race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, education, disability, language, and sexual orientation. We also believe that we should be “Faithful Listeners” and embrace diversity of ideas, perspectives, and values. We believe in providing access, opportunity, fair treatment, and advancement for all people. Believing that “God is Found in Everyday Activities” we will do our best to eliminate barriers that prevent full participation in our programs and services. We believe “Loving Relationships” means that all are welcome, all are neighbors, and there are no exceptions. With this belief we aim to create an environment in which any individual or group can feel welcomed, respected, supportive, and valued.

Holy Family Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Youth CareSocial ServicesTrauma-Informed CareHARTCrisis ManagementDe-escalationResidential CareAct 33/34FBI ClearancesChild WelfareBehavioral HealthCultural SensitivityElectronic Record SystemPatient SafetyShelter Management

About Holy Family Institute

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Education and social services agency sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth.

Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1900
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
LinkedIn followers
3,405

Since 1900, Holy Family Institute has cared for children and families in our community. Holy Family Institute provides help, healing, and hope to children and families throughout Western Pennsylvania. For more than 125 years, we have been guided by a mission rooted in faith, hope, and love. Founded in 1900 by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth as a refuge for orphaned children, Holy Family Institute has grown into a trusted cornerstone of the community. We create and sustain alternative learning and career training environments, offer compassionate family support services, and help individuals address significant financial limitations. You can always find us in the schools and neighborhoods with the greatest need. Today, we operate a continuum of care that includes three schools, six community-based programs, and three programs for immigrant youth. One of our schools, Nazareth Prep is a private Catholic high school for students of all backgrounds featuring a weekly corporate internship program for students. In 2025 alone, Holy Family Institute and its programming supported more than 40,000 families and children. The families we serve have often experienced significant trauma and need care and support to heal. For this reason, Holy Family Institute maintains a trauma-informed culture throughout our programs and services. We provide care within the community, giving families the tools they need to thrive, the resources they need to establish stability, and the support they need to live responsibly and build healthy, meaningful relationships. Our Mission: Rooted in the rich tradition of Catholic social teaching and the heritage of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, we empower children and families to lead responsible lives and develop healthy and meaningful relationships built on faith, hope and love.

Offices: 8235 Ohio River Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15202, US · 19 May Avenue, McKees Rocks, PA 15136, US · 1601 Brighton Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, US · 1789 South Braddock Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15218, US

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About Holy Family Institute

LinkedInVisit site

Education and social services agency sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth.

Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1900
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
LinkedIn followers
3,405

Since 1900, Holy Family Institute has cared for children and families in our community. Holy Family Institute provides help, healing, and hope to children and families throughout Western Pennsylvania. For more than 125 years, we have been guided by a mission rooted in faith, hope, and love. Founded in 1900 by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth as a refuge for orphaned children, Holy Family Institute has grown into a trusted cornerstone of the community. We create and sustain alternative learning and career training environments, offer compassionate family support services, and help individuals address significant financial limitations. You can always find us in the schools and neighborhoods with the greatest need. Today, we operate a continuum of care that includes three schools, six community-based programs, and three programs for immigrant youth. One of our schools, Nazareth Prep is a private Catholic high school for students of all backgrounds featuring a weekly corporate internship program for students. In 2025 alone, Holy Family Institute and its programming supported more than 40,000 families and children. The families we serve have often experienced significant trauma and need care and support to heal. For this reason, Holy Family Institute maintains a trauma-informed culture throughout our programs and services. We provide care within the community, giving families the tools they need to thrive, the resources they need to establish stability, and the support they need to live responsibly and build healthy, meaningful relationships. Our Mission: Rooted in the rich tradition of Catholic social teaching and the heritage of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, we empower children and families to lead responsible lives and develop healthy and meaningful relationships built on faith, hope and love.

Offices: 8235 Ohio River Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15202, US · 19 May Avenue, McKees Rocks, PA 15136, US · 1601 Brighton Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, US · 1789 South Braddock Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15218, US

In Home Family Social ServicesStop Now and Plan (SNAP)Energy AssistanceEducationSpecialized LearningWorkforce DevelopmentSocial ServicesParents and Children Together (PACT)Visit CoachingChildcare
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