Youth Care Specialist - Residential Care
Children's Attention Home, Rock Hill, SC, United States
(Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN Opportunities Available)
The
Youth Care Specialist (YCS)
plays a vital role in providing a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for youth residing at Children's Attention Home. Youth Care Specialists work directly with residents ages 13-20, guiding daily living activities, supporting treatment goals, and helping create a positive, structured home atmosphere grounded in trauma-informed care.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct supervision and care for residents during daily routines and activities.
Support youth with independent living skills, coping strategies, and treatment goals.
Create, lead, and participate in age-appropriate, therapeutic, recreational, and educational activities.
Accompany and supervise residents during appointments, outings, and community activities.
Monitor behavior, provide guidance and support, and assist with behavior modification plans.
Complete required documentation, including shift notes, logs, reports, and bed checks.
Respond to and help de-escalate crisis situations using approved trauma-informed techniques.
Assist with daily household responsibilities, including meals, cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe environment.
Ensure compliance with agency policies, licensing standards, and safety requirements.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required (additional education preferred)
Prior experience working with children or youth in any setting (residential care, childcare, education, mentoring, babysitting, etc.) required
Valid driver's license required and must be maintained throughout employment
Ability to work extended or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to meet the physical demands of residential care, including standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and responding quickly in emergencies
Willingness to complete all required agency, licensing, and regulatory trainings (including CARE and Non-violent Crisis Intervention)
Salary
Salary: $20.00 per hour
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The
Youth Care Specialist (YCS)
plays a vital role in providing a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for youth residing at Children's Attention Home. Youth Care Specialists work directly with residents ages 13-20, guiding daily living activities, supporting treatment goals, and helping create a positive, structured home atmosphere grounded in trauma-informed care.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct supervision and care for residents during daily routines and activities.
Support youth with independent living skills, coping strategies, and treatment goals.
Create, lead, and participate in age-appropriate, therapeutic, recreational, and educational activities.
Accompany and supervise residents during appointments, outings, and community activities.
Monitor behavior, provide guidance and support, and assist with behavior modification plans.
Complete required documentation, including shift notes, logs, reports, and bed checks.
Respond to and help de-escalate crisis situations using approved trauma-informed techniques.
Assist with daily household responsibilities, including meals, cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe environment.
Ensure compliance with agency policies, licensing standards, and safety requirements.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required (additional education preferred)
Prior experience working with children or youth in any setting (residential care, childcare, education, mentoring, babysitting, etc.) required
Valid driver's license required and must be maintained throughout employment
Ability to work extended or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to meet the physical demands of residential care, including standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and responding quickly in emergencies
Willingness to complete all required agency, licensing, and regulatory trainings (including CARE and Non-violent Crisis Intervention)
Salary
Salary: $20.00 per hour
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