Job PostingDedicated. Compassionate. Inspiring. Rewarding.These are just some of the words to describe what it's like working at YCS. YCS employees are devoted professionals who have a passion for helping children, adolescents and adults.Bright Start, Davis House, and Phoenix are intermediate-term transitional group residence homes for high-risk boys and girls ages 5 -16 with behavioral challenges and mental health disorders.Residential Assistants will be expected to provide positive support, caring assistance and responsible supervision. This position is expected to require a unique sensitivity on the part of the applicants to recognize and appropriately respond to clients who may have evidenced difficulties.Duties include but not limited to:Participating as a member of a therapeutic treatment teamBecoming familiar with the residents' treatment goalsCarrying out expected interventionsObservation and documentation of successIdentifying current or suggesting new, therapeutic goals which may require attention by the treatment team.Requirements3 years experience providing direct care to youth in a behavioral health agency or institutional settingHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredValid driver's license requiredMust be 21 years old or olderYCS provides a competitive compensation package.
Benefits for full-time employees include:Medical, Dental, and VisionPaid time offLife insurance / disability benefits/ health and wellness programs403 (B) savings and investment plansPotential public service loan forgivenessEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.