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Rite of Passage, Inc.

Awake Night Staff Youth Mentor

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What they do

A Youth Counselor or Worker works with young people, primarily ages 13-18, to provide mentoring and support for dealing with problems. Works in a school or community-based program; may assist with referrals from parole or probation offices. Collaborates with teachers, family members, social workers and health care professionals to help young people facing challenges or crises.

$51,113 / year median in Colorado

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for Awake Night Staff Youth Mentors at Mt. Evans Qualifying House in Idaho Springs, CO ✨ •Sign On Bonus Available! •The Colorado Qualifying House is a Residential Treatment Center that provides male youth ages 18-20 with opportunities for positive growth through evidence-based interventions and innovative programming. With a deep commitment to improving the lives of youth and families, our program model has been developed with a focus on promoting positive change and goal attainment. The Colorado Qualifying House program subscribes to the four principles of effective intervention: risk assessment, addressing needs, providing individualized treatment, and ensuring fidelity. By following these core principles, Colorado Qualifying House guides youth behavior in positive directions while reducing recidivism risk.
Pay:
Starting at $22/
Hour Perks & Benefits:
•Earn a $1,000 Bonus After Successful Completion of Essential Skills Training (within the first 90 Days!) •Additional $500 sign on bonus paid at 6 months of employment. Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, and 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2 (https://riteofpassage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/ROP-benefits-perks-2024-v2.pdf) What you will do: The primary responsibilities of a Youth Mentor are to provide safety and around-the-clock supervision of at-risk youth. This position provides for the physical, personal and health needs of each student through individual counseling and behavioral/social/physical and educational skill development and provides an atmosphere that is supportive of the needs of the students.
To be considered you should:
Must be a local resident! Have reliable transportation and be able to drive in winter conditions. High School Diploma with at least one year experience working with youth. Bachelor's degree or working toward applicable degree. Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect. Have a desire to work with troubled teens and at least 1 year of direct care experience with juveniles. Be at least 21 years of age. Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test. After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Youth Mentor, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment. Follow us on Social! Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/p/C69HW2PRrof/?img_index=1) / Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/roprams/) / Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/rite-of-passage/?viewAsMember=true) / Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/@riteofpassage.1984?lang=en) / You (https://www.youtube.com/@riteofpassage.1984/videos) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.