COACH COUNSELOR (PRN) part-time

Hope Forest Academy; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,000 Training Incentive

Job summary

Hope Forest Academy is seeking a Part-time Coach Counselor at Cypress Creek Juvenile Correction Center in Lecanto, FL. The role focuses on in-person support, mentoring and skill-building for at-risk male youth, with collaboration across staff to meet treatment goals.

Compensation starts at $19.00 per hour, plus a $1,000 training incentive after successful completion of the Essential Skills Training Program after 90 days of employment. No prior experience required; training provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Pass a criminal background check, drug, and TB test.
• Meet requirements to become ROP eligible driver, including a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide in person safety and security around-the-clock for youth.
• Mentor and support youths in personal, educational, social and recreational activities.
• Monitor and document behaviors and activities; assist with treatment plan goals.

Skills

Mentoring

Safety awareness

Observation & documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Part-time Coach Counselor at The Cypress Creek Juvenile Correction Center in Lecanto, FL

$1,000 Training Incentive Opportunity
Earn a $1,000 bonus when you successfully complete the Essential Skills Training Program after completing 90 days of employment!

Cypress Creek is a max security residential program for at-risk male youth. Through our trained programming for staff, we promote a normalized high school experience, offers a safe environment and provides opportunities for positive change, as well as providing the unlimited potential for achievement and growth for students and staff. We welcome ALL who are passionate about making a difference! So, come as you are and grow with us.

Pay : $19.00

What you will do:

• A Direct Juvenile Support 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. Direct Juvenile Support Workers provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the youths needs; monitor and document behaviors and activities; and participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities. Direct Juvenile Support Worker will collaborate with other professional staff to establish and meet the goals of each youth's treatment plan.

There is no previous experience required for this role, as training will be provided. We are looking for individuals that are consistent, fair, punctual, motivated, and structure-oriented. If you have prior experience in similar facilities, any military training and/or relevant education, you may be eligible to start above entry-level.

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
• Must meet the requirements to become an ROP eligible driver, including having a valid Driver's License

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 Direct Juvenile Support Worker, 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.