Transition Coach | Elevate Academy

Heritage Schools, Inc.; Caryhurst (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational organization in Utah seeks a Transition Coach to provide direct care and therapeutic support to adolescents in a residential setting. The role involves building strong relationships with students, supporting their emotional regulation, and implementing treatment plans. Candidates should have experience working with youth, possess strong communication skills, and be dependable in high-stress situations. This position requires active participation in recreational activities and a commitment to a safe and structured environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in residential, educational, or recreational settings preferred.
• Strong ability to build trust while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Ability to handle high-stress situations calmly.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, professional relationships with students through engagement.
• Support emotional regulation and real-world skill development.
• Implement treatment plans and provide behavioral support.

Skills

Experience working with youth

Strong communication skills

Calm and dependable

Job description

Transition Coach

Purpose
Transition Coaches provide direct care and therapeutic support to adolescents in a residential treatment setting. Through relationship-based, trauma-informed care, they help students build emotional regulation, resilience, and independence while preparing for life beyond treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong, professional relationships with students through daily engagement and activities
• Support emotional regulation, accountability, and real-world skill development
• Implement treatment plans and provide behavioral support, including crisis intervention when needed
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment
• Supervise students during routines, recreation, and off-campus activities
• Transport students to appointments and outings (as needed)
• Complete documentation and communicate with the treatment team
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth (residential, education, recreation, or similar) preferred
• Strong communication skills and ability to build trust while maintaining boundaries
• Calm, dependable, and able to handle high-stress situations
• Willing to be trained in CPR/First Aid and crisis intervention (provided)
• Must be 20+ years old; valid driver's license preferred

Physical & Work Environment

• Active role including standing, walking, hiking, and participating in recreational activities
• Ability to respond to crises, including physical interventions when trained
• Work occurs in residential homes, classrooms, and outdoor settings in varying conditions

Why This Role Matters
You'll play a key role in helping students gain the skills, confidence, and independence needed to successfully transition into everyday life.

We are committed to providing a safe and secure work environment for all employees. As a result, all new hires are required to successfully complete a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, and criminal records.