YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST (direct care / entry level)

KidsPeace; Bowdon (GA); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Generous accrued time off

Job summary

A leading youth services organization in Bowdon, GA is seeking a Youth Development Specialist to supervise and guide adolescents in a behavioral health facility. This position requires teamwork in implementing treatment plans and developing supportive relationships with clients aged 12-17. The role offers paid training and a starting compensation of $18.50 hourly, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement. Weekend and holiday availability is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Experience in behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide clients in a behavioral health residential facility.
• Implement individual treatment plans and unit programming.
• Build trusting and supportive therapeutic relationships.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Education

College credits or degrees in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Youth Development Specialist is a direct care position responsible for the supervision and guidance of clients in a behavioral health residential facility. You will be working with a multidisciplinary team of associates implementing individual treatment plans and unit programming in a compassionate and respectful manner. Applicants must have an unwavering commitment to the safety of adolescents (ages 12‑17) and a desire to build trusting and supportive therapeutic relationships with all of our clients, as well as a commitment to being aware of ongoing developments and concerns of the children in their care.

We encourage candidates with college credits or degrees in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Education, as well as prior relatable work experience, to consider applying. We will consider any other candidate who may have a heart to work with this population. Paid training is offered, consisting of classes, certifications, and job shadowing.

Minimal Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Available shifts: 2nd Shift 3pm‑11pm, Sunday‑Saturday. Weekend and holiday availability is required.

Compensation starts at $18.50 hourly based on education and prior work experience.

Benefits

KidsPeace offers a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, vision, dental, FSA, STD/LTD, life, AD&D, tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, and generous accrued time off including vacation, floating holidays, paid holidays, and sick time.

KidsPeace is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting workforce diversity.