Part-Time Youth Care Specialist, Secure Facility

Job overview

The Part-Time Youth Care Specialist, Secure Facility role is onsite in Fort Worth, TX, and requires 8–25 hours per week, with schedules varying by program and business needs. Compensation is not specified. The role provides supervision and therapeutic support to youth in residential care, with a focus on safety, development, and family reunification when appropriate.

What you'll do

• Supervise clients and provide daily living, self-care, behavioral, and emotional support within a trauma-informed framework
• maintain a safe living environment
• complete intakes and documentation
• conduct bed checks
• support activities and life-skills development
• transport clients to appointments and visits
• collaborate with caseworkers, families, and support systems
• assist with meals, laundry, and household upkeep
• and report incidents and maintain required records.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

part-time

youth care specialist

secure facility

residential youth care

trauma-informed care

behavioral support

crisis intervention

life skills

client transportation

fort worth tx

ach child and family services

8–25 hours weekly

high school diploma or ged

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

A high school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor’s degree in a human-service field is preferred. Six months of direct-care or positive-guidance experience is preferred. The role requires a valid driver’s license, willingness to transport clients, and completion of behavioral-management de-escalation training.

About the employer

ACH Child and Family Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.