Youth Care Worker I - Transform Young Lives

Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathway Family Services is seeking a Youth Care Worker I to support a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program. This full-time role focuses on helping youth build confidence, respond to crises, and participate in activities that promote healing.

No counseling degree is required, and on-the-job training is provided. If you’re 21+ with a high school diploma or GED, you’re encouraged to apply and join a team that values compassion, teamwork, and growth in behavioral health.

Qualifications

• 21+ years old and a high school diploma or GED to start.
• Willing to learn and grow in behavioral health.
• Ability to engage and support youth in activities.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Empathy

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pathway Family Services is seeking a Youth Care Worker I to support a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program. This full-time role focuses on helping youth build confidence, respond to crises, and participate in activities that promote healing.

No counseling degree is required, and on-the-job training is provided. If you’re 21+ with a high school diploma or GED, you’re encouraged to apply and join a team that values compassion, teamwork, and growth in behavioral health.