Residential Youth Care Specialist (Evenings & Weekends)

Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC; Elizabethton (TN); Sur place; USD 20 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Youth Opportunity is seeking a dedicated Youth Care Specialist to supervise and support 7–10 youth in a secure residential setting at Elizabethton Youth Academy. You will help youths stay safe, model positive behaviors, and support their treatment progress through daily activities.

This full‑time role includes evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays. You’ll collaborate with treatment teams, document progress, and assist with schoolwork while fostering life and social skills in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background checks
• 2 years of college coursework or experience with youth preferred; CPR/First Aid/crisis intervention certs or willingness to obtain

Responsabilités

• Supervise and monitor youth activities, safety, and well-being
• Facilitate group meetings and support conflict resolution
• Implement behavior management systems and de-escalation techniques
• Assist with schoolwork, activities, and treatment goals
• Document daily progress, incidents, and observations
• Communicate with treatment teams about youth progress

Connaissances

Valid driver's license

Pass background checks

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years of college coursework or experience working with youth

CPR, First Aid, and crisis intervention certification (or willingness to obtain)

Description du poste

Youth Opportunity is seeking a dedicated Youth Care Specialist to supervise and support 7–10 youth in a secure residential setting at Elizabethton Youth Academy. You will help youths stay safe, model positive behaviors, and support their treatment progress through daily activities.

This full‑time role includes evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays. You’ll collaborate with treatment teams, document progress, and assist with schoolwork while fostering life and social skills in a