Requirements:High school diploma or equivalent required (additional education preferred)Prior experience working with children or youth in any setting (residential care, childcare, education, mentoring, babysitting, etc.) requiredValid driver's license required and must be maintained throughout employmentAbility to work extended or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidaysAbility to meet the physical demands of residential care, including standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and responding quickly in emergenciesWillingness to complete all required agency, licensing, and regulatory trainings (including CARE and Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention)Get to Know Children's Attention HomeFounded in 1970 as an emergency shelter for vulnerable youth, Children's Attention Home now provides comprehensive residential care for youth up to age 21. Youth Care Specialists work directly with residents ages 13–20, guiding daily living activities, supporting treatment goals, and helping create a positive, structured home atmosphere grounded in trauma‑informed care.