Weekend Youth Care Counselor – Trauma-Informed Residential

The-Settlement-Home-For-Children; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on campus

Yoga membership

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Settlement Home for Children in Austin, TX is seeking a Part-Time Residential Care Worker to provide direct care and supervision for residents in our cottage. The role supports treatment plans, teaches life skills, and engages residents in structured activities.

You will document daily behavior, participate in crisis interventions as needed, and help residents attend school or work-training. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are required, along with a background check.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• Clear criminal background; pass pre-employment checks.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, supervision, guidance and protection for residents in your cottage.
• Implement treatment plans and support residents in developing skills to meet behavioral goals.
• Facilitate structured recreational, leisure, and enrichment activities for residents.
• Ensure accurate documentation of daily behavior, incidents, medical needs, treatment observations, and cottage activities.
• Support residents in attending school, work-training, or other scheduled activities.
• Transport residents safely to appointments, family visits, and other required activities.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Residential care

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma / GED

Some college preferred

Tools

CPR/First Aid

Job description

The Settlement Home for Children in Austin, TX is seeking a Part-Time Residential Care Worker to provide direct care and supervision for residents in our cottage. The role supports treatment plans, teaches life skills, and engages residents in structured activities.

You will document daily behavior, participate in crisis interventions as needed, and help residents attend school or work-training. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are required, along with a background check.