Direct Support Professional (Residential Assistant)

Sawtelle Hall is a residential treatment facility serving vulnerable youth who may have but are not limited to a diagnosis within the autism spectrum.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 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.RequirementsBachelor level degree in a related social service field (Psychology, Sociology, Education, Public Health etc.), Psychology preferred with experience working with youth.High school diploma/GED requires 3 years or more experience working with youth in a group or behavioral setting.High school diploma or equivalent requiredValid driver's license requiredWeekdays or Weekends Full time/Part time or On-Call shifts available.YCS 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 plansSawtelle Hall 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