Direct Support Professional (Residential Assistant)

Sawtelle Sewell is a psychiatric residential treatment facility youth ages 14- 21. 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 Bachelor level degree in a related social service field (Psychology, Sociology, Education, Public Health etc.), Psychology preferred working with youth in a group setting 3 years or more with a high school diploma working with youth in a behavioral group setting. Must have a valid driver's license. Schedule: Weekdays or Weekends Part time or On-Call shifts 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 (2% match) * Potential public service loan forgiveness Sawtelle Sewell is a program of Youth Consultation Service (YCS), which is a behavioral health and social services agency that has been caring for at risk children and families since 1918 in therapeutic residences, special education schools, in-home and in-community programs throughout NJ. YCS is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer