COACH COUNSELOR - PRN

Jacksonville Youth Academy - Rite of Passage; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Jacksonville Youth Academy is seeking a Youth Care Worker (Coach Counselor) to provide round-the-clock safety and support for male youth in a 24-bed program in Jacksonville, FL. You will mentor youth, assist with daily living skills, and document progress as part of a collaborative treatment team.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, are at least 21, and can pass background, drug, TB screening and registry checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug test.
• Ability to pass a TB test and registry checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person safety and security around-the-clock.
• Meet physical, personal and health needs through mentoring and skill development.
• Monitor and document behaviors and activities; participate in educational, social, athletic, and recreational activities.
• Collaborate with other staff to meet each youth's treatment plan goals.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Jacksonville Youth Academy is a 24-bed, all-boys program. Our center is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment where students can thrive and achieve their full potential. At JYA, we offer more than just a job – we offer a chance to make a real difference. Our comprehensive training programs for staff empower individuals to promote a well-rounded, normalized high school experience for our students, while fostering an environment of growth, positive change, and achievement. We welcome individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of youth. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, JYA offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow, learn, and contribute to positive change.

Come as you are and help us create lasting change in the lives of the students we serve. .

Pay

$19.00 per hour

What you will do

A Youth Care Worker (Coach Counselor) provides in person safety and security around-the-clock. In this role, you will provide for the physical, personal and health needs of each youth through individual mentoring and skill development. Youth Care Workers provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the youth’s needs; monitor and document behaviors and activities; participate and assist with educational, social, athletic, and recreational activities. Youth Care Worker will collaborate with other professional staff to establish and meet the goals of each youth's treatment plan.

To be considered you should

Possess a high school diploma or equivalent ~ Be at least 21 years of age ~ Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug, and TB test ~ Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry.

Schedule

On Call

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 Care Worker (Coach Counselor), 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.

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Goal Completion

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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