What are the responsibilities and job description for the Day Residential Coach (Full-Time & Part-Time) position at JAMES BARRY-ROBINSON INSTITUTE?
We are Hiring Residential Coaches for Day Shift!
The Barry Robinson Center is a residential treatment facility serving military-connected youth ages 11–17. Our Center provides a holistic, therapeutic environment that helps youth and their families begin the path to healing, growth, and long-term success.
As our program continues to grow, we are looking for compassionate and dependable team members to join us as Residential Coaches (RCs). We provide a strong orientation and training program designed to set you up for success, including CPR and First Aid certification, ongoing support, and professional development opportunities.
What You’ll Do
As a Residential Coach (RC), you will help create a safe, supportive, and structured environment for adolescents in our care. Responsibilities include:
- Supervising and supporting residents throughout daily activities
- Ensuring safety and maintaining appropriate behavioral expectations
- Building positive, professional relationships with youth
- Supporting emotional growth and healthy coping skills
- Responding calmly and effectively in high-pressure situations
- Documenting resident behaviors, staff interventions, and outcomes accurately
- Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team
What Our Residents Value Most in Staff
We asked our residents what qualities matter most in a Residential Coach. They shared that the most impactful staff members are:
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Calm and level-headed under pressure
- Professional and trustworthy
- Consistent, dependable, and supportive
Career Growth & Development
This role is part of a defined career ladder within the department, offering opportunities for advancement based on performance, skills development, and organizational needs.
Starting Pay: $18.00/hour, plus shift differential on weekends $2.50/hr.
Schedule Options
Traditional: Scheduled shifts throughout the week, includes every other weekend,
- Weekday Day Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm
- Scheduled every other weekend: alternates each week between day shift (7:00 am -3:30 pm) and evening shift (2:30 pm - 11:00 pm) (weekend differential each hour worked)
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in human services and at least six months of professional experience working with youth.
Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with company contribution
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
- Generous paid vacation leave
- Paid sick leave
- 8 paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement:
- $3,000/year after 6 months of employment
- $5,000/year after 2 years of employment
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee events and activities
- Annual performance reviews
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- And more
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Barry Robinson Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Human Services; or Associates degree and 3 months experience working with children; or High school graduate or GED certificate and have 6 months experience working with children. (Bachelors degree in Human Services with 6 months experience working with children/adolescents in a mental health setting is preferred.)
Salary : $3,000 - $5,000