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Full-time Residential Assistant

Youth Consultation Service
Lafayette, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025 CLOSED ON 2/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-time Residential Assistant position at Youth Consultation Service?

Dedicated. Compassionate. Inspiring. Rewarding.

These are just some of the words to describe what it's like working at YCS. YCS employees are devoted professionals who have a passion for helping children, adolescents and adults.

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 team
  • Becoming familiar with the residents' treatment goals
  • Carrying out expected interventions
  • Observation and documentation of success
  • Identifying current or suggesting new, therapeutic goals which may require attention by the treatment team.

Requirements:

  • 1 year of experience providing direct care to youth in a behavioral health agency or institutional setting
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Valid driver's license required

YCS provides a competitive compensation package. Benefits for full-time employees include:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance/disability benefits/ health and wellness programs
  • 403 (B) savings and investment plans
  • Potential public service loan forgiveness

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • 403(b)
  • 403(b) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19

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