Residential Assistant

Youth Consultation Service; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid time off

Life insurance / disability benefits

Health and wellness programs

403 (B) savings and investment plans

Potential public service loan forgiveness

Job summary

A community service organization in Ewing Township is looking for compassionate Residential Assistants to provide support and supervision to clients. Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience working in a behavioral setting, along with a high school diploma, ideally with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This position offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, and paid time off. Join a dedicated team passionate about helping others.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience working with youth in a behavioral setting.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Mental Health, or a related field preferred.
• Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Becoming familiar with the residents' treatment goals.
• Carrying out expected interventions.
• Observation and documentation of success.
• Identifying current or suggesting new therapeutic goals.

Skills

Experience working with youth

Ability to provide positive support

Observational skills

Sensitivity to client needs

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Mental Health, or related field

Job description

15 Rockleigh Drive, Ewing, NJ 08628, USA

Dedicated. Compassionate. Inspiring. Rewarding.

These are just some of the words to describe what it's like working at YCS. YCS employees are devoted professionals who have a passion for helping children, adolescents and adults.

Do you share the same qualities?

Residential Assistants will be expected to provide positive support, caring assistance and responsible supervision. This position is expected to require a unique sensitivity on the part of the applicants to recognize and appropriately respond to clients who may have evidenced difficulties.

Job Duties

• Becoming familiar with the residents' treatment goals,
• Carrying out expected interventions,
• Observation and documentation of success
• Identifying current or suggesting new, therapeutic goals which may require attention by the treatment team.

Job Requirements

• 3 years experience working with youth in a behavioral setting.
• High School Diploma required
• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Mental Health, or a related field preferred.
• Valid Driver's License

Schedule:

• Full Time & On-Call available

YCS provides a competitive compensation package. Benefits for full-time employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid time off
• Life insurance / disability benefits/ health and wellness programs
• 403 (B) savings and investment plans
• Potential public service loan forgiveness

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