EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES


Direct Care Staff

Part time positions available working with 12-17-year-old at risk-youth in a short-term residential shelter. At this facility, we have the pleasure of providing a safe and positive place to stay, connecting youth to community resources and participating in case planning. As a member of our friendly team, you will supervise youth activities, support youth in day to day routines, utilize behavior management skills, and keep accurate records. Training in these areas will be provided upon hire, and continued training is offered. This is a great opportunity to gain experience to support careers in behavioral health, school counseling, and other non-profit or government social service positions.

Required Skills and Experience

  • One year of paid experience working in group residential care OR two years of college studies
  • Staff are required to pass a DCYF criminal background check and drug test. YFA Connections is a federally funded agency, therefore, we are a drug free facility.
  • Candidates are required to complete paid orientation training, including CPR/First Aid.
  • Candidates will be at least 21 years of age.

Pay Rate

$20.00 per hour regular shifts, $21.00 per hour graveyard shifts


Behavioral Health Counselor/ Therapist- Evening Shift

Full time evening shift position providing education, prevention, intervention, assessment, intake, individual, family and group treatment services to individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. This position’s hours are Monday through Friday, noon to 8pm.

Required Skills and Experience

  • College degree in behavioral health area of concentration
  • Current Washington State Department of Health Credential
  • Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen

Pay Rate

$65,000-$72,000 annually



Send a letter of interest

sdoering@yfaconnections.org



Download a fillable application form (please use Microsoft Edge browser to open)


If you are interested in Employment Opportunities with YFA, please click on the link below to open the employment application. You can then mail or email a cover letter, resume and the completed application to: Human Resources PO Box 3344, Spokane, WA 99220-3344
Thank you for your interest!

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