YOUTH CARE WORKER

Rite of Passage; DeFuniak Springs (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Ins.

401k match up to 6%

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Rite of Passage is hiring a Youth Care Worker for Walton Academy for Growth and Change in DeFuniak Springs, FL. The role includes 24-hour supervision for male youths 13–19 in a high-risk residential program, with training and support for youth development.

You will monitor behaviors, supervise during sports, mentor youth, and complete four weeks of paid training. A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license are required; 40 hours of college or one year of youth-work experience is

Qualifications

• Possess a High School Diploma or GED and 40 hours of college education OR have one-year experience with youth in organized group activities and a valid Driver’s License.
• Must pass drug test and TB test.
• Must pass a criminal background check through DJJ and DCF.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour security and supervision to ensure safety of youth (13–19) in a high-risk DJJ program.
• Monitor and document behaviors and participate in sports and recreation with youth.
• Mentor youth and support development within the program; four weeks of paid training is provided.

Skills

Diploma/GED

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 Youth Care Worker at Walton Academy for Growth and Change in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.

Located near the white sand beaches of Northwest Florida in DeFuniak Springs - At Walton Academy, we provide residential treatment to improving the lives of Youth through mental health and substance abuse services. We offer skills and opportunities to our youth from Forklift training, CPR/First Aid, OSHA to Culinary Arts.

Pay

Starting at $19 per hour, paid bi-weekly.

$1,000 Training Incentive Opportunity

Earn a $1,000 bonus when you successfully complete the Essential Skills Training Program within your first 90 days of employment!

Perks & Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, and 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!

What you will do:

As a Youth Care Worker, you will provide 24-hour security and supervision to always ensure the safety of our Youth at a HIGH-RISK residential treatment DJJ program for male youths between the ages of 13-19. You will monitor and document behaviors, monitor and join the Youth during Sports and Recreation time and assist and mentor the youth while they learn and develop within the program. Four weeks of paid training is provided to all new staff.

To be considered you should:

Possess a High School Diploma or GED and 40 hours of college education OR have one-year experience working with youth in organized group activities and possess a valid Driver’s License. Must be able to pass a drug test and TB test. Must be able to pass a criminal background check through DJJ and DCF.

Schedule:

Our Youth Care Workers currently work 3.5 days per week. This gives our Youth Care Workers 3.5 days off each week.

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 Youth Care 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.