Residential Treatment Specialist-Overnight FT/PT postions

Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch is searching for full and part-time Residential Treatment Specialists on its Fargo, ND campus.

The Ranch is unlike any place you have worked! We are a place of hope and healing where children with psychiatric and behavioral issues find professional care, compassionate expertise, and new possibilities. In short, we help the kids no one else can find and become who they are.

If you want to make a difference in the lives of children and their families, work with a great team, and have opportunities to learn and grow, the Ranch might be the place for you!

Starting Wage: $20/hour

Schedule: We offer a variety of full-time shift options—8-hour shifts, compressed work weeks of 10 and 12-hour shifts, and split shifts, all between the hours of 2:30pm. and 11:00pm. Must work every other weekend. If part-time is better for you, we can discuss a flexible schedule including 4-6 hour shifts; 8, 10, and 12-hour shifts; and split shifts. Must work a minimum of 30 hours/week to receive medical and dental insurance.

Responsibilities:

What you will do: As a Residential Treatment Specialist, you are an integral part of our team, requiring the ability to motivate, de-escalate, and coach youth during their time with us and be a key influence on putting our Ranch culture of Purpose, Caring, and Learning into action.

Purpose

You recognize our kids by their strengths and do not judge or interact with them based on their history or behavior.

• Guide youth to reach their goals by fostering relationships through positive role-modeling and positive, supportive influence
• Maintain supervision of youth, providing oversight and care for youth in residential and community settings

Caring

You create a warm, welcoming environment that provides a safe place for kids to grow and learn and for staff to thrive.

• Provide information and interact with parents, referring workers, therapists, and other professionals concerning the status of clients.
• Implement interventions on youth's treatment plans and evaluate progress.

Learning

You evaluate our programs, attend trainings, and integrate new practices to ensure our kids and families receive the best care we can provide.

• Participate in clinical programming activities with clients (i.e., groups, recreation, therapeutic riding, etc.)
• Record observations relating to actions and behavior of youth and maintain records and reports as required, daily documentation, i.e., weeklies, logs.

Minimum qualifications/education: 

• Must be 21 or older at the time of application.  High school diploma or equivalent.  
• Must pass a background check, including criminal, abuse, and motor vehicle.
• Post-secondary studies in social science, psychology, behavioral health, or human service-related fields are preferred but not required. 

Benefits: As we support treatments that care for others, we also work to care for our team member's professional, personal growth and well-being. We know that benefits are important. If you have questions ahead of time, please, ask, and one of our HR Ranchers would be happy to discuss.

• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% employer match up to 5%
• Medical and Dental Insurance. Employees participate in the cost of premiums and have the option of purchasing additional coverage for dependents
• Health Savings Account with a $125/month employer contribution if enrolled in the Ranch's Medical plan 
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance policies
• Employee Assistance Program through LifeWorks
• Generous Paid Time Off (accrual based on hours worked)
• 7 paid holidays each year
• Dependent Care Flex Spending Account 
• Voluntary Vision Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Term Life Insurance
• 20% discount on items at all Ranch Thrift Store locations
• Training & advancement opportunities

Why choose Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch?

Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch cultivates a culture of purpose, caring, and learning. The accepting and compassionate work environment unites employees around a common mission. Staff are encouraged to learn new things, share new ideas, and explore alternatives. The warm, collaborative, inviting work environment supports teamwork, trust, and positive relationships.

Our Culture of Purpose is exemplified by idealism and altruism. We are tolerant, compassionate, and respectful people trying to do good for the long-term future of children and families. The ideal applicant must have a passion for providing care for children and adolescents with complex behavioral health issues, be devoted to promoting the needs of youth and families, and be willing to advocate for resources to ensure each resident reaches their goals.

Our Culture of Caring is built on relationships and mutual trust. We are warm, welcoming, collaborative, and supportive of each other. We are united by loyalty, and leaders emphasize sincerity, teamwork, and positive relationships. We respect all voices, cultures, and perspectives. We treat all with dignity. At the Ranch, you will work in a faith-based organization that believes employees must care for themselves before they can help others become their best selves.

Our Culture of Learning is exemplified by exploration, expansiveness, and creativity. We are inventive and open-minded, explore alternatives, and encourage new ideas. We are united by curiosity; leaders emphasize innovation, knowledge, and adventure. We own our mistakes, learn from them, and move on. At the Ranch, you will learn new skills through mentoring and support from our practiced experts.

Benefits:

As we support treatments that care for others, we also care for our employee's professional personal growth and well-being. Full-time employees receive the following benefits.

• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% employer match up to 5%
• Medical and Dental Insurance. Employees participate in the cost of premiums and have the option of purchasing additional coverage for dependents
• Health Savings Account with a $125/month employer contribution if enrolled in the Ranch's Medical plan
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance policies
• Employee Assistance Program through Telus Health
• Generous Paid Time Off (accrual based on hours worked)
• Seven paid holidays each year
• Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
• Voluntary Vision Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Term Life Insurance
• 20% discount on items at all Ranch Thrift Store locations
• STAR leadership program
• Free meals at the cafeteria while on shift