Youth Care Worker I

Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions, Inc.; Topeka, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathway Family Services is hiring a Youth Care Worker I for our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program in Topeka, KS. This full-time role focuses on supporting youth through guidance, activity-based engagement, and crisis-resilient care.

No counseling degree or prior youth care experience is required; on-the-job training is provided. Candidates must be 21+ with a high school diploma or GED and a desire to help youth succeed. The work is meaningful and team-oriented.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Desire to help youth and a kind heart.
• Willingness to learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Encouraging a teen who believes in themselves.
• Celebrating small victories that become life-changing moments.
• Playing games, leading activities, and helping youth build confidence.
• Being a role model when a young person needs one most.
• Helping create a safe environment where healing can happen.
• Working alongside a team that supports each other as much as they support the youth.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

****Average hourly rate is $14.55 (including wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, etc.) ****

Youth Care Worker I | Full-Time| Pathway Family Services | Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program

Want a job where what you do today could change someone's tomorrow?

At Pathway Family Services, we're looking for caring, dependable adults who are ready to make a real difference in the lives of youth who need someone in their corner.

No counseling degree? No problem.

No previous youth care experience? We can teach that.

What we can't teach is a kind heart, a positive attitude, and a desire to help young people succeed.

If you've got those things, we want to meet you. Perfect for future teachers, social workers, counselors, criminal justice professionals, psychology majors, behavioral health workers, and anyone looking for meaningful work that makes a difference.

What You'll Really Be Doing

Forget sitting behind a desk all day. As a Youth Care Worker, you'll be:

• Encouraging a teen who finally believes in themselves
• Celebrating small victories that become life-changing moments
• Playing games, leading activities, and helping youth build confidence
• Being a role model when a young person needs one most
• Helping create a safe environment where healing can happen
• Working alongside a team that supports each other as much as they support the youth

Some days are challenging. Some days are inspiring. Every day matters.

Who Thrives Here?

People who:

• Believe every young person deserves a chance
• Stay calm when life gets messy
• Enjoy working with others
• Like staying active and engaged
• Want a career that has purpose
• Show up, care, and give their best

If you're 21 or older and have a high school diploma or GED, you're qualified to start. We'll provide the training.

Why People Choose Pathway Family Services

• Because this isn't just another paycheck. It's an opportunity to Make a Difference. The work you do can help change the course of a young person's life.
• Learn Valuable Skills. Gain experience in behavioral health, child welfare, crisis intervention, communication, and leadership.
• Join a Team That Cares. You’ll work with people who support each other and celebrate successes together.
• Build a Career with Purpose. Many of our leaders started in direct-care roles just like this one.
• Imagine Finishing Your Shift Knowing...A young person felt heard. A youth learned a new coping skill. Someone had a better day because you showed up. That's the kind of work we do. And we're looking for more people who want to be part of it.

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