Part-Time Youth Care Worker - DLA

Hope Forest Academy; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Desert Lily Academy in Queen Creek, AZ, seeks a Part-Time Youth Care Worker to supervise and mentor female youth in a residential setting. The role supports daily routines, safety, and development within a trauma-informed program.

The position offers approximately 24 hours per week on the C-Shift, with a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Ideal candidates are calm, dependable, and capable of building positive relationships with youth.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical exam, and TB test.
• Ability to work the assigned C-Shift schedule and fulfill ~24 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a group of youth in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students while maintaining program expectations.
• Conduct routine room checks and monitor student activities throughout your shift.
• Assist with daily routines, including meals, hygiene, recreation, bedtime, and morning wake-up.
• Build positive relationships by serving as a mentor and role model.
• Respond calmly and professionally to challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques.
• Collaborate with your team to provide consistent care and support for each student.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain professional boundaries while creating a positive and supportive environment for youth.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Clear boundaries

Dependable

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Part-Time Youth Care Worker

Join Our Dynamic Rite of Passage Team as a Part-Time Youth Care Worker at Desert Lily Academy in Queen Creek, AZ, a community rooted in a rich agricultural history and known for cultivating growth both in its fields and in the lives of youth by fostering positive change and empowerment.

Desert Lily Academy (DLA) is a residential treatment program providing female-specific programming in a normalized, trauma-informed setting that promotes learning, growth and positive change. Desert Lily offers an eclectic blend of academic, vocational, and extracurricular opportunities. Through innovative program elements and a model designed to address the unique needs of our young women, Desert Lily helps youth build bright and meaningful futures for themselves and their community.

Pay

$17.91 per hour
$1,000 sign-on bonus

Part-Time Schedule

This is a permanent part-time position working approximately 24 hours per week on the C-Shift.

The specific days and hours of the shift will be determined based on program needs and may be subject to change.

What You'll Do

• Supervise a group of youth in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.


• Ensure the safety and well-being of students while maintaining program expectations.


• Conduct routine room checks and monitor student activities throughout your shift.


• Assist with daily routines, including meals, hygiene, recreation, bedtime, and morning wake-up.


• Build positive relationships by serving as a mentor and role model.


• Respond calmly and professionally to challenging behaviors using appropriate de-escalation techniques.


• Collaborate with your team to provide consistent care and support for each student.


• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.


• Maintain professional boundaries while creating a positive and supportive environment for youth.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age .


• High school diploma or GED required.


• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical examination, and TB test.


• Ability to work the assigned C-Shift schedule and fulfill approximately 24 hours per week.

This Position Is a Great Fit If You...

• Remain calm and professional in challenging situations.


• Can establish and maintain clear, respectful boundaries.


• Are dependable, punctual, and committed to your responsibilities.


• Enjoy working with youth and making a positive impact.


• Communicate effectively and work well as part of a team.


• Have strong attention to detail and documentation skills.


• Are comfortable being active and on your feet throughout your shift.


• Are looking for a meaningful, permanent part-time opportunity working with youth.

Make a Difference

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 Part-Time Youth Care Worker , you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building valuable experience and a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.