Youth Independent Living Overnight Support Specialist, PT

Intercept Youth Services; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

A family-owned agency in Virginia is seeking an Overnight Support Specialist to serve as a positive role model for residents and assist with life skills learning. Responsibilities include supervising residents, providing transportation for activities, and ensuring compliance with behavioral protocols. A Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field is preferred, or a high school diploma with relevant experience is acceptable. This position includes a $1000 sign-on bonus and offers opportunities for personal growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• High school diploma with at least one year of experience working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Use interpersonal skills to gain resident cooperation and resolve conflicts.
• Provide transportation and supervise residents during community activities.
• Guide residents in personal hygiene and care routines.
• Supervise the administration of medications.
• Check resident compliance with curfews and document incidents.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Conflict resolution

Meal preparation

Behavioral supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

High school diploma with experience

Job description

Overnight Support Specialist – Youth Quest

Now offering a $1000 sign‑on bonus!

Intercept Health is a family‑owned agency serving mental and behavioral health, substance use, and foster care needs in Virginia. Since 1996, it has evolved from a single group home for boys into a provider of comprehensive services throughout the Commonwealth.

"We help people grow and live their healthiest lives."

Our team members exhibit our VALUES – STOP & ASK:

• S Service Excellence – "WOW" clients, customers, and coworkers.
• T Team Loyalty – help others succeed.
• O Ownership – "see it, own it, solve it, do it."
• P Passion – inspire with positive energy and effort.
• Authenticity – be genuine and trustworthy.
• Solution Focused – overcome challenges with creativity.
• K indness – smile, encourage, and respect everyone.

As an Overnight Support Specialist for Intercept Health’s Youth Quest, you will be a positive role model for residents, contributing to the formulation and implementation of resident transitional living plans and assisting with life skills learning, transportation, and administrative duties.

Responsibilities

• Use good interpersonal communication skills to gain resident cooperation and resolve conflict. Interact with all residents while maintaining appropriate boundaries and no self‑disclosure of personal information.
• Provide transportation, accompany, and directly supervise residents on outings, activities and appointments in the community.
• Guide residents in personal hygiene techniques and the proper care of their condominiums. Assist with meal preparation and instruct in proper housekeeping, laundry procedures, and review completion of weekly chores.
• Exercise fair, firm, and consistent use of the behavioral system.
• Supervise the administration of medications as appropriate.
• Check each condominium to ensure residents are in by curfew, working, or on an approved pass. Document all incidents in the communication log and contact the Life Skills Coach or Program Supervisor. Record accurate information in the resident chart regarding behavior, critical incidents, AWOLs, restrictions, and unusual sleep patterns.

Education & Experience Required

A human services Bachelor’s degree (Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, etc.) or a high school diploma with at least one year of experience working with children and/or families.

Intercept Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to providing a drug‑free, safe workplace for our employees and clients.