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.Do you share the same qualities?The YCS Kilbarchan campus in Paterson, NJ (Border of Elmwood Park) serves as a residential treatment center for adolescent males and high-risk adolescent males. Currently Kilbarchan is hiring for a Residential Assistants.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.Job Duties* 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.Job Requirements* 3 years experience working with youth in a behavioral setting.* High School Diploma required* Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Mental Health, or a related field preferred.* Valid Driver's LicenseSchedule:* Full Time & On-Call availableYCS 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