Idaho Youth Ranch

The Idaho Youth Ranch is offering a unique SkillBridge opportunity for transitioning service members to support the opening and operation of our new Residential Center for Healing and Resilience—a 64-bed psychiatric residential treatment facility serving youth on our 258-acre therapeutic campus in Treasure Valley.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Youth Care Provider, you will play a vital, hands-on role in shaping a safe, supportive environment for adolescents working through trauma, mental health challenges, and emotional dysregulation. You will guide youth through daily routines, support individualized care plans, implement behavior support strategies, and build meaningful, healing-centered relationships. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a pioneering model for youth residential care in Idaho.This position is ideal for individuals interested in behavioral health, youth services, or clinical support roles. Candidates should be 21 or older, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and be prepared to obtain an Idaho driver’s license within 15 days of hire. Prior experience working with youth or in clinical/residential settings is helpful but not required.Join us and gain direct experience in trauma-informed care, residential treatment operations, and therapeutic engagement—while contributing to a mission that transforms the lives of Idaho’s most vulnerable youth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Play a hands-on role in shaping a safe, supportive environment for adolescents.
• Guide youth through daily routines.
• Support individualized care plans and implement behavior support strategies.
• Build meaningful, healing-centered relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates should be 21 or older.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be prepared to obtain an Idaho driver’s license within 15 days of hire.
• Prior experience working with youth or in clinical/residential settings is helpful but not required.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Candidates must be at least 21 years of age, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and possess a driver’s license within 15 days of hire. A strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, emotional intelligence, and the ability to maintain clear boundaries with youth is essential.

BENEFITS

• Gain direct experience in trauma-informed care, residential treatment operations, and therapeutic engagement.

OTHER

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