Youth Care Worker (Part-Time)

We are looking for a Youth Care Worker to support and mentor adolescent males in a residential program. This role focuses on helping youth develop life skills, maintain structure, and prepare for independence in a safe and supportive environment.

• →Support youth with daily routines and life skills
• →Provide guidance, mentorship, and support
• →Assist with service plans and referrals
• →Supervise residents and ensure a safe environment
• →Conduct room checks and headcounts
• →Document activities and incidents
• →Provide transportation as needed

• Associate degree or at least 60 college credit hours
• At least 1 year of experience working with high-risk adolescents (preferred in a residential setting)
• OR 3 years of experience working with at-risk youth instead of a degree
• Valid driver’s license
• Clean driving record
• Reliable transportation (proof of insurance may be required)

• Interest in working with youth
• Ability to manage group activities
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries

• Experience in residential or social service settings
• Background in social services, psychology, or a related field
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus

How to Apply:
Please apply through our website by submitting your resume. Candidates will receive a brief questionnaire as part of the next step in the process.

If you are reliable, compassionate, and interested in making a difference, we encourage you to apply.

We welcome all applicants, including retirees, recent graduates, and students. If you have a passion for working with youth and meet all the qualifications, we encourage you to apply!

Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace, and compliance with this policy is a condition of employment and continued employment