Residential Assistant

YCS
Paterson, New Jersey 07544 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 03, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Federal Government
  • Summary

    Dedicated. Compassionate. Inspiring. Rewarding.

    These are just some of the words to describe what it's like working at YCS. YCS employees are devoted professionals who have a passion for helping children, adolescents and adults.

    Do you share the same qualities?

    The YCS Kilbarchan campus in Paterson, NJ (Border of Elmwood Park) serves as a residential treatment center for adolescent males and high-risk adolescent males. Currently Kilbarchan is hiring for a Residential Assistants.

    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.

    Job Duties

    • 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.
    Job Requirements
    • 1 year of experience working with youth in a behavioral setting.
    • High School Diploma required
    • Valid Driver's License
    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
    • Potential public service loan forgiveness


    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
    For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
  • Job Description

    Dedicated. Compassionate. Inspiring. Rewarding.

    These are just some of the words to describe what it's like working at YCS. YCS employees are devoted professionals who have a passion for helping children, adolescents and adults.

    Do you share the same qualities?

    The YCS Kilbarchan campus in Paterson, NJ (Border of Elmwood Park) serves as a residential treatment center for adolescent males and high-risk adolescent males. Currently Kilbarchan is hiring for a Residential Assistants.

    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.

    Job Duties

    • 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.
    Job Requirements
    • 1 year of experience working with youth in a behavioral setting.
    • High School Diploma required
    • Valid Driver's License
    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
    • Potential public service loan forgiveness


    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
    For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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