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Residential Child & Youth Care Specialist – Live-In

John K. Crosswell Home for Children (Non-profit)
Sumter, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2027

Schedule Options:

  • Weekday: Monday at 1:00 p.m. – Friday at 2:00 p.m.
  • Weekend: Friday at 12:00 p.m. - Monday at 2:00 p.m.

Hours: 50 hours per week, including 10 hours of overtime
Requirement: On-campus stay throughout the scheduled work period

We are seeking a dependable and compassionate individual to work with teenagers in a residential group home setting.

This is a live-in position, requiring on-campus stay during your scheduled shift.

Position Summary

The Live-In Staff plays a vital role in creating a safe, loving, structured, and engaging environment for youth in residential care, while providing consistent supervision, guidance, and support.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct care and supervision
  • Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
  • Serve as a positive role model and mentor
  • Assist with daily routines, homework, and recreational activities
  • Provide behavioral support and teach life skills
  • Use positive behavior management and de-escalation techniques
  • Monitor and document activities, behaviors, and incidents
  • Communicate with supervisors and team members
  • Follow individual care plans and organizational policies

Requirements

  • 21 years of age or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 1 year experience working with children or youth
  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
  • Ability to pass required drug screening, physical and background checks
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
  • Patience, emotional maturity, and sound judgment
  • Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field
  • Experience working with adolescents, at-risk youth, or teenagers
  • Experience in a residential group home, foster care, or child welfare setting
  • CPR/First Aid certification

Established in 1935, Crosswell Home for Children is a residential group home providing a safe, stable, nurturing, and Christian-centered environment for children and youth across South Carolina.

Join us in creating a warm, supportive environment where youth can thrive. This rewarding opportunity allows you to positively impact young lives while joining a caring, dedicated team.

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Are you at least 21 years old?
  • Are you able to pass required drug screening, physical and background checks?
  • What makes you feel you would be a good fit for working with youth in a residential group home setting?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Childcare: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • driver's license with acceptable driving record (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17

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