Therapeutic Youth Care Specialist - Residential

Gulf Coast Social Services; Pineville (LA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

403(b) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Vision insurance

Job summary

Gulf Coast Social Services is hiring a Residential Youth Care Worker to create a structured, therapeutic environment for youth in our care. You will supervise routines, teach life skills, and support academic progress while applying TBRI strategies and trauma‑informed care principles.

The role includes medication administration, safety drills, documentation, and teamwork to ensure consistent, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent reading and writing skills; patient, empathetic and dependable.
• Ability to teach others and model positive behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily routines, activities, and chores; teach life skills such as hygiene and cooking.
• Implement trauma‑informed strategies and mediate conflicts.
• Dispense medication, provide first aid, and arrange transportation for medical/therapy appointments.

Skills

Reading/Writing

Patience & Empathy

Teaching Ability

Reliability

Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Gulf Coast Social Services is hiring a Residential Youth Care Worker to create a structured, therapeutic environment for youth in our care. You will supervise routines, teach life skills, and support academic progress while applying TBRI strategies and trauma‑informed care principles.

The role includes medication administration, safety drills, documentation, and teamwork to ensure consistent, compassionate care.