Residential Assistant

Youth Consultation Service (YCS); Lafayette Mills (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid time off

Life insurance and disability benefits

403 (B) savings and investment plans

Potential public service loan forgiveness

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking dedicated Residential Assistants in Lafayette Mills, NJ. The role involves providing compassionate care and support to youth, with an emphasis on respecting treatment goals and ensuring supervision. Candidates should have 3 years of relevant experience, a High School Diploma, and preferably a Bachelor's in a related field. The position offers benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience working with youth in a behavioral setting.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide positive support and responsible supervision.
• Become familiar with the residents' treatment goals.
• Carry out expected interventions.
• Observe and document clients' progress.

Skills

Experience working with youth

Ability to provide compassionate care

Observational skills

Education

High School Diploma

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

Job description

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

Benefits

• 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