Youth Care Specialist: Trauma-Informed Residential Support

Thompson; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K Match

Education Reimbursement

Paid time off (PTO)

Life insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Mileage Reimbursement

iPhone provided

Laptop provided

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Thompson is seeking a Youth Care Specialist for our Memphis youth residential programs. You will supervise, support, guide, and build a therapeutic relationship with the youth under your care, providing structure and care aligned with trauma-informed practice.

The role requires a valid driver's license, high school diploma (bachelor’s degree preferred), one year of residential youth or related experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver’s License and meet credentialing/licensing standards for the program.
• High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a residential youth or related field (child and family services).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, support, guidance, and build a therapeutic relationship with youth in the program.
• Engage with youth, provide structure, schedule activities, maintain safe/clean environments, document daily activities, and transport clients as needed.
• Travel to various residential facilities within the Memphis area.
• Work the rotating schedule: 1st shift 7am–7pm or 2nd shift 7pm–7am; weeks vary.

Skills

Driver's license

MS Office

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Thompson is seeking a Youth Care Specialist for our Memphis youth residential programs. You will supervise, support, guide, and build a therapeutic relationship with the youth under your care, providing structure and care aligned with trauma-informed practice.

The role requires a valid driver's license, high school diploma (bachelor’s degree preferred), one year of residential youth or related experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.