Job detail
Direct Support Professional (Residential Assistant)
Youth Consultation Service (YCS)
PART_TIME
Posted 2/1/2026
Location
Washington Township, New Jersey
Core responsibilities
Residential assistants are expected to provide positive support, caring assistance, and responsible supervision to youth aged 14-21 in a psychiatric residential treatment facility. Duties include participating in the therapeutic treatment team, understanding resident goals, carrying out interventions, and documenting observations.
Requirements summary
Applicants must possess a bachelor's level degree in a related social service field such as psychology, sociology, or education, with psychology being preferred. Alternatively, three or more years of experience working with youth in a behavioral group setting is acceptable with a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license is mandatory.
bachelor degreehigh schoolDocumentationObservationGoal IdentificationPositive SupportCaring AssistanceResponsible SupervisionIntervention Carrying OutTherapeutic Treatment Team ParticipationResponding to Client Difficulties
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Health and wellness programs
- Potential public service loan forgiveness
- 403(B) savings and investment plans with 2% match