Youth Residential Support Staff (Male Adolescent Program)
Greensboro/Jamestown, NC
$12.00 – $15.00 per Hour
Full-Time | Part-Time | Weekend-Only Positions Available
Now Hiring
A nationally accredited Level III Residential Treatment Program is seeking dependable, professional, and motivated individuals to work with adolescent males ages 11–18 in a structured therapeutic environment.
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth while gaining valuable experience in behavioral health, residential treatment, social services, and juvenile services.
Position Summary
Youth Residential Support Staff provide supervision, structure, accountability, and support within a therapeutic residential setting. Staff are responsible for maintaining a safe and orderly environment while assisting residents with daily routines, behavioral expectations, treatment goals, and personal development.
This position requires maturity, professionalism, strong judgment, and the ability to remain calm and effective in challenging situations.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide active supervision of residents at all times
- Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
- Assist with daily living activities, routines, and life skills development
- Support behavioral expectations and accountability
- Provide coaching, mentoring, guidance, and redirection
- Complete required documentation, logs, and reports
- Assist with recreational activities and community outings
- Transport residents to appointments and approved activities when assigned
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and crisis situations
- Follow all agency policies, procedures, and safety requirements
Shift Management Expectations
Staff must be able to independently manage and maintain control of every aspect of their assigned shift, including:
- Resident supervision
- Safety and security of the home
- Daily operations and routines
- Behavioral interventions and redirection
- Crisis management and emergency response
- Documentation and reporting requirements
- Enforcement of program rules and expectations
Staff are expected to exercise sound judgment, maintain structure, and ensure the smooth operation of the home throughout the entire shift.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Experience working with youth preferred
- Residential, behavioral health, juvenile justice, or human services experience preferred
- Valid driver's license preferred
- Ability to pass background screenings and required checks
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Reliable attendance and professionalism required
Paid Training Provided
- CPR & First Aid
- Crisis Intervention (NCI)
- Medication Administration
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Program-Specific Training
What We Are Looking For
- Dependable and reliable individuals
- Strong professional boundaries
- Good communication skills
- Ability to maintain structure and accountability
- Team-oriented mindset
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Commitment to helping youth succeed
Important Expectations
- Maintain active supervision at all times
- Follow all safety and behavioral protocols
- Complete accurate and timely documentation
- Maintain professionalism with residents, families, agencies, and staff
- Support a positive, structured, and therapeutic environment
If it is not documented, it did not occur.
Compensation
$12.00 – $15.00 per hour
Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, reliability, availability, and assigned responsibilities.
Apply Today
If you are seeking meaningful work where you can positively impact the lives of youth while gaining valuable experience in residential treatment and behavioral health services, we encourage you to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Pay: $11.00 - $15.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are anything that would stop you from carrying out your daily duties.
- Do you reside in the area -Guilford County and have reliable transportation?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Greensboro, NC 27407 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
