Residential Assistant
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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.Bright Start and Davis House are intermediate-term transitional groupresidence 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* Must be 21 years old or olderYCS 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