Youth Mentor

OASIS Ascent; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development opportunities

Discounts for professional gear brands

Proximity to national parks and ski resorts

Job summary

OASIS Ascent in Provo, Utah is seeking a part-time Youth Mentor to support adolescent residents in their recovery journey. In this pivotal role, you will guide and mentor teens, working closely with a professional team to ensure quality care.

Responsibilities include building rapport with residents, facilitating activities, and maintaining accurate progress records. Ideal candidates should have experience with mental health settings and strong communication skills. Enjoy the opportunity to impact young lives positively in a beautiful location.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with adolescents in a mental health or residential treatment setting (preferred but not required).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings as needed.
• Able to pass all required background checks and drug screenings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of adolescent development and common mental health disorders.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with adolescent residents and provide emotional support as needed.
• Assist with daily routines, ensuring that residents are following their treatment plans.
• Facilitate activities that align with residents' treatment plans.
• Model appropriate behavior and life skills.
• Maintain accurate records of residents' progress.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to ensure effective care.
• Attend and participate in trainings and meetings.
• Engage with students in the Academic Process.

Skills

Experience with adolescents

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Oasis Ascent, a short-term residential treatment program for teenagers located in Provo, Utah, is seeking a Youth Mentor. In this role, you will work closely with adolescent residents to provide guidance, support, and mentorship as they navigate their way to recovery. At Oasis Ascent, we take adolescent mental health seriously and we strive to provide the highest quality of care to our clients. As a Youth Mentor, you will be an integral part of our team, working closely with clinicians, case managers, and support staff to ensure that our clients receive the care and support they need.

Part time | Pay starting at $16/hour BOE | Shift options below:

• Morning Shifts: Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7 AM - 3 PM, plus 2 Sundays a month 7 AM - 3 PM
• Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 7 AM - 3 PM, plus 2 Sundays a month 7 AM - 3 PM
• Swing Shifts: Monday, Wednesday & Friday 2:45 PM - 11 PM, plus 2 Sundays a month 2:45 PM - 11 PM
• Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 2:45 PM - 11 PM, plus 2 Sundays a month 2:45 PM - 11 PM

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with adolescent residents and provide emotional support as needed
• Assist with daily routines, ensuring that residents are following their treatment plans and meeting established goals
• Facilitate and participate in group and individual activities that align with residents' treatment plans
• Model appropriate behavior and life skills, reinforcing positive behavior and redirecting negative behavior
• Maintain accurate and updated records of residents' progress, ensuring that all necessary documentation is completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Collaborate with other members of the treatment team including clinicians, case managers, and support staff to ensure that residents receive comprehensive and effective care
• Attend and participate in trainings and meetings as required
• Participate and engage with students in the Academic Process

Requirements

• Prior experience working with adolescents in a mental health or residential treatment setting. (Preferred but not required)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings as needed
• Able to pass all required background checks and drug screenings
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of adolescent development and common mental health disorders
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continued professional development & certification opportunities
• Significant discounts for hundreds of professional gear brands
• A few hours or less from Zion National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Bryce Canyon National Park, the Grand Canyon, and Lake Powell
• A few hours from many world-class ski resorts