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PHOENIX RESIDENTIAL

Overnight Direct Care Juvenile Justice Mental Health

PHOENIX RESIDENTIAL, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Benefits Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Location: Ellis County / Dallas–Fort Worth, TX Facility: Phoenix Residential

About the Role We’re looking for Direct Care Staff with backgrounds in juvenile detention, behavioral health, or residential treatment to work overnight shifts. This is a hands‑on role working with youth (ages 10–17) with mental health behaviors/diagnosis or Intellectual Disabilities/Autism. You’ll ensure safety, provide structure, and support their treatment journey.

Part-time Direct Care Pay Pay: $20 per hour. Position hours are 11p - 7a. Thursday - Saturday shifts required.

What You’ll Do

Supervise youth and maintain a safe, structured environment

Support daily routines: meals, school, recreation, group sessions

Use trauma-informed strategies to de‑escalate challenging behaviors

Document incidents and progress notes

Transport youth to school, appointments, and community outings

Work closely with supervisors and treatment teams

What We’re Looking For

Experience: juvenile detention, behavioral/mental health, or residential treatment preferred

Minimum: High school diploma/GED, 25+ years old (per state licensing requirements)

Strong communication and crisis‑management skills

Valid driver’s license

Must pass FBI fingerprinting & drug test

Why Phoenix Residential?

Competitive pay

Training provided, Professional Development (trauma‑informed care, TBRI)

Clear path for advancement into supervisory roles

Join a mission‑driven team making a real impact

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