Youth Care & Growth Mentor

Youth Opportunity Center; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth Opportunity Center is seeking a Youth Support Specialist to provide daily care and supervision for residents. The role emphasizes building professional relationships, meeting basic needs, and implementing a structured daily schedule in a supportive environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and being at least 21 years old. Candidates should demonstrate adaptability, strong communication, and a commitment to resident growth and safety.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalency and be 21+.
• Must demonstrate ability to build professional resident relationships with genuine concern.
• Ability to implement a daily schedule and provide structured support.
• Demonstrates cultural awareness and respectful engagement with residents.

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate supervision of residents in their care
• Connects with residents as a role model and ensures immediate needs are met
• Provides positive reinforcement while redirecting and mentoring
• Responds to crisis situations appropriately
• Adheres to all policies and procedures including personnel, operational, and transportation
• Monitors resident progress and documents accordingly
• Completes daily documentation with attention to detail

Skills

Consistency & fairness

Creativity & adaptability

Positive role model

Clear communication

Problem solving

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; 21+

Job description

Youth Opportunity Center is seeking a Youth Support Specialist to provide daily care and supervision for residents. The role emphasizes building professional relationships, meeting basic needs, and implementing a structured daily schedule in a supportive environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and being at least 21 years old. Candidates should demonstrate adaptability, strong communication, and a commitment to resident growth and safety.