Residential Associate at SBCS

Compensation

$27/hr

Location: Chula Vista, California
Type: Full-time
Level: Entry-level
Posted: Apr 21, 2026

Description

SBCS (South Bay Community Services) is seeking a Residential Associate for their Casa Nuestra program in Chula Vista, CA. This on-call position involves supervising and caring for youth aged 12-17 living at Casa Nuestra, managing daily operations like meal preparation and medication distribution, responding to crises, and collaborating with residents and staff. The role requires availability for standby shifts, participation in monthly meetings, and adherence to strict reporting procedures.

Required Skills

Supervision
Counseling Services
Program Management
Direct Interaction
Crisis Intervention
De-escalation
Medication Administration
Communication
Customer Service
Role Modeling
Behavioral Health
Correctional
Psychology
CPR/First-Aid Certification

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: At least 2 years of experience working in a group home for children or youth.
Two years of full-time residential childcare experience and at least 18 college units related to behavioral health, correctional, or psychology fields.
Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Strong communication and listening skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Professional demeanor and ability to serve as a positive role model.
Personable and friendly personality.
CPR/First Aid certified.
Ability to work with a diverse population, possessing cultural sensitivity and maintaining appropriate client boundaries.
Reliable transportation, successful motor vehicle history check, current valid California driver’s license, and valid auto insurance policy.