Top 380 Youth care Jobs in Columbus, Oh

Direct Care Staff
Rel's Place LLC —Columbus, OH
- $17.80 - $26.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
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Family Engagement Coordinator
THE VILLAGE NETWORK —Columbus, OH
- $48,000 - $56,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Office
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Resident Support Specialist
REACH Behavioral Health —Columbus, OH
- $16 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Supervising experience
- First Aid Certification
- Paid time off
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Youth Advocate Juvenile Justice
YMCA of Central Ohio —Columbus, OH
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Independently Licensed Mental Health Contractor
UMCF —Columbus, OH
- $69 - $75 an hour
- Contract
- Background check
- LMFT
- Psychiatry
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Foster Care Clinical Supervisor, LISW or LPCC
NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM —Columbus, OH
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Continuing education credits
- Mileage reimbursement
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School Based Counselor/Social Worker - $2,500 Bonus
The Buckeye Ranch —Columbus, OH
- $49,545 - $69,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- LMFT
- Pass drug screening
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Intensive Home-Based Counselor/Social Worker - $3,500 Bonus
The Buckeye Ranch —Columbus, OH
- $52,000 - $74,000 a year
- Full-time
- LMFT
- Pass drug screening
- LPC
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Residential Counselor/Social Worker - $2,500 Bonus
The Buckeye Ranch —Grove City, OH
- $50,000 - $68,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- LMFT
- Pass drug screening
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Outpatient Counselor/Social Worker - $2,500 Bonus
The Buckeye Ranch —Grove City, OH
- $42,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- LMFT
- Pass drug screening
- LPC
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Mental Health Therapist-Youth (#IND123)
Mental Health Services for Clark & Madison Counties —Madison County, OH
- $52,000 - $62,700 a year
- LMFT
- CPR Certification
- Master of Social Work
- On-the-job training
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4d
Before and After Assistant Teacher School - Age - Walnut Elementary
YMCA of Central Ohio —Ashville, OH
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Bachelor of Science
- Teaching Certification
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
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Licensed Professional Counselor
Charlie Health —Ohio
- $50 - $60 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- LPC
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Case Aid - Bilingual
UMCF —Columbus, OH
- $46,000 - $47,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Spanish
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Resident Service Coordinator
Beacon Communities LLC —Columbus, OH
- $50,000 - $58,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Resident Advisor QRTP Facility for Adolescent Females. Full Time 12 hour Day Shifts and PRN
The Nutter Center for Empowering Women, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- $18 - $19 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Transitional Age Youth Housing-Case Manager
Home for Families —Columbus, OH
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Child Care Float Teacher
Balanced Family Academy of Hilliard —Columbus, OH
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Preschool
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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4d
Regional Foster Care Licensing Manager
NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM —Columbus, OH
- $74,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Word processing
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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2d
Respite Provider
ST VINCENT FAMILY SERVICES —Columbus, OH
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
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Direct Care Staff

Rel's Place LLC
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$17.80 - $26.00 an hour

Qualifications

Collaborate with healthcare professionals
Computer operation
Caregiving documentation requirements
Outdoor work experience
Professional ethics
Trauma-sensitive environment
Care documentation
Conflict de-escalation
Criminal Justice
High school diploma or GED
Behavioral data entry
Organizational skills
Human Services
Computer skills
Clinical confidentiality policies
Associate's degree

Full Job Description

Rel's Place LLCJob DescriptionDirect Care Aide (Behavioral Health Residential Facility)

Position Title: Direct Care Aide (DCA)

Department: Residential Services

Employment Status:

Full-Time
Part-Time

Shifts Available:

First Shift (Day)
Second Shift (Evening)
Third Shift (Overnight)

Reports To: Residential Supervisor / Program Director

Position Summary

The Direct Care Aide (DCA) provides direct supervision, support, and care to youth ages 8-18 residing in Rel's Place LLC Behavioral Health Residential Facility. The DCA promotes a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment while assisting youth with daily living activities, behavioral interventions, skill development, and implementation of individualized treatment plans.

The DCA serves as a positive role model and works collaboratively with clinical staff, nursing staff, families, and community partners to promote emotional, behavioral, and social growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supervise youth at all times to ensure safety and well-being.
Build positive, supportive, and therapeutic relationships with residents.
Implement individualized behavior support plans and treatment goals.
Utilize trauma-informed care practices in all interactions.
Maintain appropriate staff-to-youth ratios.
Assist youth with activities of daily living (ADLs), including:
Personal hygiene
Grooming
Laundry
Room organization
Meal preparation
Healthy living skills
Conduct routine room checks and safety inspections.
Perform regular resident head counts.
Monitor resident behavior and document observations accurately.
Complete all required documentation before the end of each shift.
Maintain daily communication logs.
Assist during medication administration by supporting the Registered Nurse or trained Medication Administration staff (as assigned).
Observe and immediately report medication concerns or side effects.
Monitor youth for emotional, behavioral, or medical concerns.
Implement de-escalation techniques during behavioral crises.
Participate in crisis intervention when necessary.
Immediately report incidents, abuse allegations, neglect, injuries, or safety concerns according to agency policy.
Transport residents to appointments, school, recreational activities, and community outings when assigned.
Ensure agency vehicles remain clean and safe.
Participate in therapeutic recreational activities.
Encourage positive social interactions and healthy coping skills.
Maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA and agency policies.
Participate in treatment team meetings as requested.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe residential environment.
Assist with housekeeping responsibilities throughout the facility.
Participate in emergency drills and emergency response procedures.
Attend mandatory staff meetings and required trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned.

First Shift Responsibilities (Day Shift)

Assist residents with morning hygiene routines.
Prepare youth for school or scheduled appointments.
Prepare and serve breakfast and lunch.
Complete morning documentation.
Conduct room inspections.
Coordinate transportation as scheduled.
Assist with educational and therapeutic programming.

Second Shift Responsibilities (Evening Shift)

Supervise after-school activities.
Assist with homework and educational support.
Prepare and serve dinner.
Facilitate recreational and therapeutic activities.
Assist with evening hygiene routines.
Complete bedtime preparations.
Complete end-of-day documentation.

Third Shift Responsibilities (Overnight)

Maintain continuous supervision of residents.
Conduct scheduled room and safety checks.
Monitor for medical or behavioral emergencies.
Complete overnight documentation.
Prepare the facility for the next shift.
Perform light housekeeping duties.
Ensure the facility remains secure throughout the night.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Associate's degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or related field preferred.
Experience working with children, adolescents, behavioral health, residential treatment, foster care, juvenile justice, or developmental disabilities preferred.
Valid Ohio Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
Ability to pass criminal background checks and drug screening.
CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain).
Completion of agency-required orientation and training.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of trauma-informed care.
Ability to remain calm during crisis situations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries.
Excellent observation and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Good conflict resolution and de-escalation skills.
Basic computer skills for electronic documentation.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

Frequently stand and walk throughout the shift.
Bend, stoop, kneel, and climb stairs.
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to safely intervene during behavioral emergencies when trained.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a residential behavioral health treatment setting serving children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral health needs. Staff may occasionally be exposed to verbal aggression, behavioral crises, or emergency situations requiring immediate intervention.

Required Training

Employees must successfully complete agency-required training, including but not limited to:

New Employee Orientation
Trauma-Informed Care
CPR/First Aid
Crisis Prevention and Intervention
Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
HIPAA and Confidentiality
Medication Awareness
Infection Control
Bloodborne Pathogens
Suicide Prevention
Fire Safety
Emergency Preparedness
Cultural Competency
Documentation Standards
Behavior Management
Defensive Driving (if transporting residents)
Annual Refresher Training

Performance Expectations

Employees are expected to:

Demonstrate professionalism and integrity.
Maintain reliable attendance.
Arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
Follow agency policies and procedures.
Maintain appropriate boundaries with residents.
Support Rel's Place LLC's mission, vision, and values.
Contribute to a safe, respectful, and therapeutic environment for youth and coworkers.

Rel's Place LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background checks, drug screening, and all pre-employment requirements.

Pay: $17.80 - $26.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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youth care jobs in columbus, oh

Direct Care Staff

Family Engagement Coordinator

Resident Support Specialist

Youth Advocate Juvenile Justice

Independently Licensed Mental Health Contractor

Foster Care Clinical Supervisor, LISW or LPCC

School Based Counselor/Social Worker - $2,500 Bonus

Intensive Home-Based Counselor/Social Worker - $3,500 Bonus

Residential Counselor/Social Worker - $2,500 Bonus

Outpatient Counselor/Social Worker - $2,500 Bonus

Mental Health Therapist-Youth (#IND123)

Before and After Assistant Teacher School - Age - Walnut Elementary

Licensed Professional Counselor

Case Aid - Bilingual

Resident Service Coordinator

Resident Advisor QRTP Facility for Adolescent Females. Full Time 12 hour Day Shifts and PRN

Transitional Age Youth Housing-Case Manager

Child Care Float Teacher

Regional Foster Care Licensing Manager

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