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Youth Care Specialist / Mental Health Technician Location: Clover Bottom Campus – Nashville, TN (Walnut/Rosewood Youth Academy, Harpeth Primary Assessment Center, Two Rivers Primary Assessment Center, Safe Therapeutic Respite Center) Department: Direct Care / Residential Services Job Type: Full-Time About Youth Opportunity & Clover Bottom Campus Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at-risk youth. The Clover Bottom Campus in Nashville, Tennessee, is a multi-program campus providing trauma-informed residential and assessment-based care for youth with complex behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs. The campus includes Walnut/Rosewood Youth Academy, Harpeth Primary Assessment Center, Two Rivers Primary Assessment Center, and a Safe Therapeutic Respite Center. Serving adolescents across varying levels of care, Clover Bottom combines structured supervision, clinical treatment, education, recreation, and life-skills programming to support stabilization, accountability, and successful transition into long-term care or community-based settings. Youth Opportunity is dedicated to empowering youth through individualized care, strong relationships, and a culture rooted in teamwork, leadership, and accountability. We invest in excellence—both in the youth we serve and the employees who support them. About the Role The Youth Care Specialist / Mental Health Technician is a direct-care position responsible for the supervision, safety, and daily support of youth in a residential or assessment setting. This role provides structured guidance while modeling appropriate behavior, reinforcing positive decision-making, and supporting treatment goals. Youth Care Specialists work closely with clinical, educational, and operational staff to maintain a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment. This position plays a critical role in helping youth develop internal controls, social skills, and personal responsibility. 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 • Provide direct supervision to a group of approximately 7–10 youth during waking and non-waking hours • Maintain constant awareness of youth whereabouts and ensure compliance with safety, security, and movement procedures • Create and maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment using trauma-informed care principles • Utilize group counseling techniques, individual relationships, and positive discipline strategies, including the I-Choose behavior management system • Apply crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary to maintain safety • Conduct group meetings, huddles, problem-solving sessions, and daily reviews to reinforce accountability and positive peer interaction • Represent youth progress, needs, and concerns to the treatment team or designated counselor • Assist classroom teachers with supervision and reinforcement of educational content within living units • Support youth participation in recreational, educational, and treatment-related activities • Document daily shift activities, incidents, and population counts in accordance with policy • Communicate critical information to oncoming shifts to ensure continuity of care • Make referrals for medical or special needs as appropriate • Report any incidents or concerns related to youth safety or boundary violations • Participate in required training and professional development activities • Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent required • Two years of college coursework in a social or human services field preferred • For candidates with a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of experience working with youth preferred • Strong verbal communication skills and ability to build respectful, professional relationships with youth • Demonstrated group leadership and counseling skills • Ability to think independently, analyze situations, and respond appropriately • Ability to complete accurate, objective written documentation • First Aid, CPR, and approved crisis intervention certifications must be obtained during the probationary period • Valid state driver’s license required • Must meet all state and criminal background check requirements Physical Demands • Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable • Able to actively engage with youth, participate in physical interventions, and transport youth or staff as needed • Must be free of communicable diseases as defined by the state • Must pass evaluation of physical techniques and certification exams Apply Today Apply on Indeed or visit www.YouthOpportunity.com/YourFuture Equal Opportunity Employer Youth Opportunity Investments is an equal opportunity employer