Youth Care Worker

Rite of Passage; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company paid Life Insurance

401k match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Rite of Passage is hiring a Youth Care Worker at Canyon State Academy in Queen Creek, AZ. You will supervise youth in a safe, structured environment and support daily routines while modeling positive behavior.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety, de-escalation, documenting activities, and collaborating with a team to provide consistent care. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401k match after one year.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Supervise youth in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
• Ensure safety and well-being while maintaining program expectations.
• Conduct routine room checks and monitor activities during shifts.
• Assist with meals, hygiene, recreation, bedtime, and wake-up routines.
• Build positive relationships as mentor and role model.
• Respond calmly to challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques.
• Collaborate with team to provide consistent care for each student.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail with documentation

Dependable and punctual

Team-oriented

Effective communication

Able to stay active on feet

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join Our Dynamic Rite of Passage Team as a Youth Care Worker at Canyon State 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.

Canyon State Academy is located on a scenic 180-acre campus surrounded by a Farm, Student Housing for 300 + youth, a Thrift Store, Cafe, Barbershop and Church open to the community incorporating life skills for our students. Along with a fully equipped weight room, football stadium, and athletic center (gymnasium, padded wrestling room & more), Canyon State has it all!

Pay: $17.91 an hour

$1,000 sign on bonus

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! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2

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.

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.
• Attention to detail with documentation
• Are comfortable being active and on your feet throughout your shift.

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.

Schedule: Two Shifts

A Shift Days – Sunday - Tuesday 8am - 9pm; Wednesday 8a-3p

B Shift Days –Every other Wednesday 2pm - 9pm; Thursday to Saturday 8a-9p *

• Schedule subject to change based on the need of the program*

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.

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