Residential Youth Care Specialist — Impactful Support

Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC; Rockdale (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Free RX delivery on most medications

Tuition reimbursement and professional

development

Robust Employee Assistance Program

Supportive, mission-driven work enviro

Job summary

Youth Opportunity & Rockdale Youth Academy in Rockdale, TX is seeking a Youth Care Specialist to supervise 7–10 youth through daily activities, support their development, and help maintain a safe, structured environment aligned with trauma-informed care.

The role partners with treatment teams to monitor progress, facilitate group activities, assist with schoolwork, and document incidents and progress for ongoing treatment planning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Crisis intervention certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Supervision

Conflict resolution

Documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification

Crisis intervention certification

2 years of college coursework or experience with youth

Job description

Youth Opportunity & Rockdale Youth Academy in Rockdale, TX is seeking a Youth Care Specialist to supervise 7–10 youth through daily activities, support their development, and help maintain a safe, structured environment aligned with trauma-informed care.

The role partners with treatment teams to monitor progress, facilitate group activities, assist with schoolwork, and document incidents and progress for ongoing treatment planning.