Coach Counselor (Youth Care Worker)

General; Lecanto (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Rite of Passage at The Cypress Creek Juvenile Correction Center in Lecanto, FL is hiring a Direct Juvenile Support Worker to provide safety and support for at-risk youth during night shifts. No prior experience is required as training is provided.

The role offers a $20/hour wage, a $1,000 bonus after 90 days, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth. You will mentor youth, monitor behaviors, assist with education and recreation, and collaborate with staff to meet each youth's

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Background check, drug, physical, and TB test required.
• Must meet requirements for ROP driver eligibility, including valid license.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 safety and security for youth.
• Mentor youth and support personal/health needs.
• Monitor and document behaviors and activities; support educational and recreational activities.
• Collaborate with staff to meet each youth's treatment goals.

Skills

Consistency

Fairness

Punctuality

Motivation

Structure-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's License

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 Direct Juvenile Support Worker at The Cypress Creek Juvenile Correction Center in Lecanto, FL

Earn a $1,000bonuswhen 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.

SHIFTS: 9pm through 9am

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days
• 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

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 youth’s 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, physical, 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.

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