Direct Support Professional (Residential Assistant)

Sawtelle Sewell Residential Treatment FacilitySawtelle Sewell is a psychiatric residential treatment facility for youth ages 14-21. Residential Assistants will be expected to provide positive support, caring assistance, and responsible supervision. This position requires a unique sensitivity on the part of the applicants to recognize and appropriately respond to clients who may have evidenced difficulties.Duties include but are 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.Requirements:Bachelor level degree in a related social service field (Psychology, Sociology, Education, Public Health etc.), Psychology preferred working with youth in a group setting3 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 shiftsYCS 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 plans (2% match)Potential public service loan forgivenessSawtelle 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