Residential Specialist - Assessment & Diagnostic Program - Weekends (PT or PRN)
About The Position
The Residential Specialist serves as a positive role model for children and adolescents in a therapeutic placement who need a structured therapeutic environment due to behavioral, emotional, or developmental needs. The role contributes to the formulation and implementation of resident treatment plans and uses role modeling to help residents develop socially effective values, attitudes, and behaviors. This position reports to the Program Manager. The advertised schedule is weekend evenings (Saturday and Sunday, 3 p.m.–12 a.m.) or weekend overnights (Friday night–Saturday morning and Saturday night–Sunday morning). Compensation is $18.00–$20.00 per hour, based on experience, education, and certification.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and at least six months of experience working with children; or an associate's degree and at least three months of experience working with children; or a bachelor's degree in a Virginia Department of Health Professions-approved Human Service degree.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a positive role model for children and adolescents in a therapeutic placement.
- Contribute to the formulation and implementation of resident treatment plans.
- Use role modeling to develop socially effective values, attitudes, and behaviors within residents.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
