Do you want to help improve the lives of at-risk youth in your community?

Do you want to join a team of people who are hard-working and want to help others?

Do you want to build a career, while making a difference in the world?

 

If this sounds like you, let's talk! We're hiring a Senior Youth Counselor at Lava Heights Academy in Toquerville, UT, and Falcon Ridge Ranch in Virgin, UT, affiliates of Rite of Passage. Our employees are dedicated and passionate individuals that are committed to inspiring positive change in the lives of youth. Joining our team is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to create meaningful career with our company driven by its powerful mission to make a difference.

 

Rite of Passage is a leading national provider of programs and opportunities for troubled and at-risk youth from social services, welfare agencies and juvenile courts. With an emphasis on evidence-based practices and positive skill development, combined with our supportive and therapeutic approach, our organization is respected by industry experts as a highly effective solution for our youth. Since 1984, over 25,000 youths have entered and completed our programs. ROP has built its reputation on running life-changing educational treatment programs that positively contribute to the community.

 

What you’ll do:

The primary responsibilities of a Senior Youth Counselor are to provide safety and around-the-clock supervision of at-risk youth. This position provides for the physical, personal and health needs of each student through individual counseling and behavioral/social/physical and educational skill development; provides an atmosphere that is supportive of the needs of the students; monitors and documents student behaviors and activities; participates and assists with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities; works in collaboration with other professional staff to establish and/or meet the goals of each student’s treatment plan.

 

To be considered, you should:

Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect. Have 1 year of experience working with at-risk youth in a similar position or at least 60 hours of college education in a directly related field of study. Be at least 21 years of age. Have a High School Diploma or GED. Supervisory experience preferred. Have a desire to work with troubled teens. Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test. Day and Night positions available!

 

The Perks:

A schedule that allows for more consecutive days off. Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance after 90 days of employment. Choice of supplemental benefits, including Short Term Disability and Life Insurance.  Eligible for 100% 401k match of up to 6% of your salary after 1 year of employment.  Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues. Free Meals on shift. Employee incentives including On-The-Spot Bonuses, Rams Bucks, and Longevity Awards. Growth opportunities nationwide – we have 40 programs in 16 states! Tuition Assistance.

Apply today and help us make a difference!