Sawtelle Hall is a residential treatment facility serving vulnerable youth who may have but are not limited to a diagnosis within the autism spectrum. 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 • Bachelor level degree in a related social service field (Psychology, Sociology, Education, Public Health etc.), Psychology preferred with experience working with youth. • High school diploma/GED requires 3 years or more experience working with youth in a group or behavioral setting. • High school diploma or equivalent required • Valid driver's license required Weekdays or Weekends Full time/Part time or On-Call shifts available. 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 Sawtelle Hall is a program of Youth Consultation Service (YCS), which is a behavioral health and social services agency that has been caring for at risk children and families since 1918 in therapeutic residences, special education schools, in-home and in-community programs throughout NJ. YCS is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer