Direct Support Professional (Residential Assistant)
Youth Consultation Service
Direct Support Professional (Residential Assistant)
Job Category: Other Instructions/Direct
Requisition Number: RESID009210
Posted: February 1, 2026
Part-Time
Locations
Sewell, NJ 08080, USA
Description
Sawtelle 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 to recognize and appropriately respond to clients who may have exhibited difficulties.
Duties
- Participate as a member of a therapeutic treatment team
- Become familiar with the residents' treatment goals
- Carry out expected interventions
- Observe and document success
- Identify current or suggest new therapeutic goals that may require attention by the treatment team
Requirements
Bachelor’s level degree in a related social service field (Psychology, Sociology, Education, Public Health, etc.; Psychology preferred) and experience working with youth in a group setting.
3 years or more with a high school diploma, working with youth in a behavioral group setting.
Valid driver’s license is required.
Schedule: Weekdays or Weekends; part-time or on‑call shifts.
Benefits
YCS provides a competitive compensation package. Benefits for full‑time employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Paid time off
- Life insurance, disability benefits, and 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), a behavioral health and social services agency 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
Education
High School or better.
Experience
3 years or more experience working with youth in a group or behavioral setting.
Licenses & Certifications
Driver’s License
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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