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Lebanon, TN · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

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Juliet, TN) Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at-risk youth. Mt. Juliet Youth Academy in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee provides trauma ...

Youth Care Specialist

Memphis, TN · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

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Includes evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays About Youth Opportunity & Rockdale Youth Academy (Rockdale, TX) Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral ...

At Youth Opportunity, we believe meaningful change happens through connection, consistency, and care. Every role contributes to creating an environment where youth feel supported, challenged, and ...

Youth Care Specialist

Memphis, TN · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

Operations Job Type: Full-Time Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 / hr About Youth Opportunity & Memphis Youth Academy Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health ...

Includes evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays About Youth Opportunity & Deep Creek Youth Academy Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health ...

Includes evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays About Youth Opportunity & Deep Creek Youth Academy Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health ...

Youth Care Specialist

Cleveland, TN · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Evenings, Overnights, Weekends, and Holidays Needed About Youth Opportunity & Cleveland Youth Academy (Cleveland, TN) Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral ...

Evenings, Overnights, Weekends, and Holidays Needed About Youth Opportunity & Cleveland Youth Academy (Cleveland, TN) Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral ...

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Infographic showing various Youth Opportunities job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,034 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Youth Care Specialist

Youth Opportunity

Mount Juliet, TN • On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Youth Care Specialist - Residential Youth Services

Location: Mt. Juliet, TN
Job Type: Full-Time | Various Shifts (Waking & Non-Waking Hours)
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00/hr
Schedule: Includes evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays


About Youth Opportunity & Cleveland Youth Academy (Mt. Juliet, TN)

Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for atrisk youth. Mt. Juliet Youth Academy in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee provides traumainformed residential care for females ages12 to17 within a secure, structured Youth Academy setting. Programming includes clinical therapy, education, life skills training, restorative justice, art, music, and recreation.


Youth typically remain in care for 6 to9months, engaging in individual, family, and group therapy; victimimpact awareness; prevocational preparation; and enrichment programming. The small group environment supports emotional healing, family involvement, and reintegration planning.


About the Role

As a Youth Care Specialist, you will supervise and support 7-10 youth through daily activities while helping them develop the internal skills they need to succeed. You'll play a vital role in ensuring safety, modeling positive behaviors, and contributing to each youth's treatment progress.


Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays - Earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period
  • Free RX delivery on most medications
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development
  • Robust Employee Assistance Program
  • Supportive, mission-driven work environment


Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and monitor youth activities, safety, and well-being
  • Facilitate group meetings and support conflict resolution
  • Implement behavior management systems and de-escalation techniques
  • Assist with schoolwork, activities, and treatment goals
  • Document daily progress, incidents, and observations
  • Communicate with treatment teams about youth progress


Qualifications

Required:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to pass background checks

Preferred:

  • 2 years of college coursework or experience working with youth
  • CPR, First Aid, and crisis intervention certification (or willingness to obtain)


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Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.