Per-Diem Residential Assistant

Dedicated. 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.

Davis House is a 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 team


• Becoming familiar with the residents' treatment goals


• Carrying out expected interventions


• Observation and documentation of success


• Identifying current or suggesting new, therapeutic goals which may require attention by the treatment team.

Requirements

• 3 years experience providing direct care to youth in a behavioral health agency or institutional setting


• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Valid driver's license required

YCS provides a competitive compensation package. Benefits for full-time employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision


• Paid time off


• Life insurance / disability benefits/ health and wellness programs


• 403 (B) savings and investment plans


• Potential public service loan forgiveness