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.
✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Youth Mentor at Lava Heights Academy in Toquerville, Utah ✨ Lava Heights Academy is a residential treatment program that provides a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for vulnerable young women who are referred from juvenile courts and social service agencies both locally and across the country. The youth enter the program with a history of abuse, neglect, trauma, substance abuse, mental illness and violence. They graduate from Lava Heights Academy as educated young women who have overcome challenges and have demonstrated making healthy choices for themselves and for their future .
Pay:
$20.00 per hour depending on experience and education Earn a $1,000 Bonus After Successful Completion of Essential Skills Training (within the first 90 Days!) $500 Sign On Bonus paid at 6 months of employment
Perks & Benefits:
Regarding insurance coverage: You will be eligible for Medical insurance on the first of the month following 60 days of full-time employment. You will be eligible for the rest of the Rite of Passage Benefits Package immediately after 90 days of full-time employment., and 403b 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: As a Youth Mentor, you'll provide safety and around-the-clock supervision for the youth in our program and provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the needs of the students. You'll monitor and document student behaviors and activities, participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities, and work in collaboration with other professional staff to establish and/or meet the goals of each student's treatment plan.
To be considered you should:
Have a High School Diploma or Equivalent, be at least 21 years old, be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screening, physical and TB screening .
Schedule:
7:00 am to 8:00 pm or 8:00 am to 9:00 pm with 1 hour break (12-hour Shift).
Long Week you work:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Short Week you work: Wednesday, Thursday Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth! 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) / YouTube (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.
Pay:
$20.00 per hour Expected hours: 44 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
