Overview
Vida Residential Treatment Center is looking for professional, observant, and dependable Behavioral Care Specialists.
Our facility provides a safe, structured environment for male youth (ages 7–17) navigating emotional and behavioral challenges. As a Care Specialist, you will be assigned to supervise residents according to their specific clinical needs. This ranges from General Group Supervision to Intensive One-to-One (1:1) Monitoring.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in clients’ lives by providing compassionate care, innovative therapeutic techniques, and expert guidance. As a key member of our mental health services team, you will foster positive change, promote well-being, and empower clients to achieve their personal goals within a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Adaptive Supervision: Maintain safety and supervision of residents at assigned ratios as dictated by the Individual Service Plan.
- Active Engagement: Facilitate daily routines, including educational support (homework), life skills training, and recreational activities.
- Transportation: Drive residents to and from school, medical appointments, and planned recreational activities using the facility vehicle.
- Meal Preparation: Support the daily menu by cooking nutritious, well-balanced meals for the residents, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Active Engagement: Lead and participate in recreational outings, promoting positive social skills and community integration.
- De-escalation: Use trauma-informed communication to manage verbal or physical aggression and maintain a therapeutic environment.
- Compliance Documentation: Accurately complete Shift Logs, Medication Administration Records, and incident reports.
- Night Safety: For night shifts, perform consistent "bed checks" and safety rounds to ensure all residents are secure and accounted for.
- Shifts: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Awake Night)
Requirements
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience: 1+ years in a Residential Treatment Center, foster care, or a mental health setting is preferred.
- Driving Record: Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License with a clean driving record (no major violations) to meet our insurance requirements.
- Compliance: Must pass an FBI Fingerprint background check, drug screen, and TB test.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work week days?
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
