Residential Youth Coach
Company: Evidence Based Associates
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Direct Support Professionals
Location: 4462 Park Ave, Bronx, NY 10457 About the Role: The Direct
Support Professional works with children and adolescents in a
residential treatment setting and is responsible for ensuring that
those portions of the treatment plan, which deal with day-to-day
and independent living skills, are implemented. Acting as a
positive role model and providing therapeutic parenting, the Direct
Support Professional is charged with the fundamental responsibility
of the client's health and safety. Direct Support Professionals
(DSPs) are caring, positive role models who work one-on-one or in
small groups to help people of all ages lead safe, full, and
independent lives. As a Direct Support Professional with The Jewish
Board, you’ll be a teacher, a mentor, a role model, and a friend,
helping the people you work with achieve a great quality of life.
Your client could be anyone from a child who is in the foster care
system, to a young adult living with ongoing mental health issues,
to an adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
You’ll work to support them in a caring manner, in everything from
daily routines such as making plans with friends, to joining
community events, to grocery shopping and cooking, to participating
in recreational activities, and building skills around personal
care and relationships. Being a DSP is not just a job – it’s an
amazing opportunity to help others thrive. QUALIFICATIONS: A High
School diploma or GED equivalent A current, valid driver’s license
with a clean driving record is preferred depending on the program.
KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for day-by-day care of the
children in the program including supervision of personal hygiene,
social guidance, use of leisure time, and food planning and
preparation. Develop, supervise and run activity sessions Accompany
clients on trips and outings and supervise activities May be called
upon to work one on one with a client who is displaying significant
stress or assist with management issues as they relate to clients.
If required, perform therapeutic restraint should a child be out of
control. All employees are required to attend appropriate restraint
training prior to performing such a restraint Drive the child to
medical, social or other necessary appointments or assist in
returning clients to the campus who are AWOL Shares their
experience and observation of the children under care with the
treatment team and immediately brings to the attention of the
supervisor any unusual issues May be required to cook/prepare meals
for residents within their division Other assigned duties as
assigned CORE COMPETENCIES: Willingness to work with
children/adolescents living with the impact of trauma and
experience mental health challenges Compassion and respect for
vulnerable individuals Patience and understanding for the sometimes
slow process of stabilization and recovery Excellent youth
engagement skills Strong verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail EDUCATIONAL / TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: High
School diploma or Equivalency is required. Driver’s License
required to meet all insurance requirements. PAY: $17.45 per hour -
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US: • If you have a particular age or type
of person you’re interested in working with, you can find your
niche here. • Our clients and staff are as diverse as New York
City, and include people of all cultures, religions, races,
genders, and sexual orientations. • With over 50 locations
throughout the five boroughs, you can work close to where you live.
• Generous vacation time and paid holidays help you achieve a
healthy work/life balance. • We offer an excellent benefits package
with affordable, high-quality health and dental insurance with low
co-pays. • You’ll get extensive, on-the-job training to help you
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Keywords: Evidence Based Associates, Westport , Residential Youth Coach, Social Services , New York City, Connecticut
