Youth Care Specialist
Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC
Location
Mount Juliet, Tennessee
Salary
$17 - $18 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Youth Care Specialist supervises and supports youth in a residential setting, ensuring their safety and well-being through daily activities. They also facilitate group meetings, implement behavior management systems, and document progress to support treatment goals.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license. Preferred qualifications include two years of college coursework or experience working with youth, along with relevant certifications in CPR and crisis intervention.
Job description
Youth Care Specialist – Residential Youth Services Location
- Mt.
- Juliet,
- TN
- Job
- Type: Full-Time |
- Various
- Shifts (Waking &
- Non-Waking
- Hours)
- Pay: $17.00 - $18.00/hr
- Schedule: Includes evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays
- About Youth Opportunity & Cleveland Youth Academy (Mt.
- Juliet, TN) Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at‑risk youth.
- Mt.
- Juliet Youth Academy in Mt.
- Juliet, Tennessee provides trauma‑informed residential care for females ages 12 to 17 within a secure, structured Youth Academy setting.
- Programming includes clinical therapy, education, life skills training, restorative justice, art, music, and recreation.
Youth typically remain in care for 6 to 9 months, engaging in individual, family, and group therapy; victim‑impact awareness; pre‑vocational preparation; and enrichment programming. The small group environment supports emotional healing, family involvement, and reintegration planning.
About the Role
As a Youth Care Specialist, you will supervise and support 7–10 youth through daily activities while helping them develop the internal skills they need to succeed. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring safety, modeling positive behaviors, and contributing to each youth’s treatment progress.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – Earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period Free RX delivery on most medications Tuition reimbursement and professional development Robust Employee Assistance Program Supportive, mission-driven work environment
Key Responsibilities Supervise and monitor youth activities, safety, and well-being Facilitate group meetings and support conflict resolution Implement behavior management systems and de-escalation techniques Assist with schoolwork, activities, and treatment goals Document daily progress, incidents, and observations Communicate with treatment teams about youth progress
Qualifications
Required: High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver’s license Ability to pass background checks Preferred: 2 years of college coursework or experience working with youth CPR, First Aid, and crisis intervention certification (or willingness to obtain)
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Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Professional development
- 401(k) with 4% employer match
- Free RX delivery
