Youth Care Professional - Orange County

Job Details

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 Professional at Southern California Treatment Program in Orange County, CA ✨

Southern California Treatment Programs (SCTP) has been serving youth from Child Welfare, Social Services, and probation systems around Los Angeles and Orange County since 2012. Our nine CARF-accredited group homes, all of which are licensed Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Programs, provide a safe and nurturing environment in which the youth can learn, grow, and develop strong ties with their local community. SCTP utilizes a community-centered approach, enabling our youth to attend school, hold a job, volunteer, and engage in community projects.

Pay : Entry rate starting at $19.00 per hour; $1000.00 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time Direct Care position paid out at 3 and 6 Months!

Perks and Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, company paid Life Insurance, eligibility for a 403(b) match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that begins accruing on the first day, opportunity for a $1,000 referral bonus for select positions, and more! See complete list here : ATCS Benefits & Perks

What you will do : You will provide safety and around-the-clock supervision for our residential youth and promote an atmosphere that is professional and supportive. You will monitor and document their behaviors and actions, participate and assist with educational and recreational activities, and work in collaboration with other departments to establish and meet the goals of each youth’s treatment plan.

To be considered you must : Demonstrate empathy, patience, respect, and a genuine desire to work with troubled teens ~ Be at least 21 years old, pass a criminal background check, drug screening, physical exam, and TB test ~ Possess a current State Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record for the past three years ~ Have relevant life experience in child welfare, mental health, or juvenile justice, either as a mentor or caregiver ~ Must possess one of the following qualifications : a Bachelor’s degree, a valid Child Development Teaching Permit, 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education, Adolescent Development, Psychology, certification as an Alcohol or Drug Counselor, or one year of full-time experience in a group home, therapeutic program, or substance abuse treatment program.

Information regarding Schedule / hours / shifts :

Morning A Shift : Sunday - Wednesday 6 : 00 am - 5 : 00 pm

Evening A Shift : Sunday - Wednesday 11 : 00 am - 10 : 00 pm

Morning B Shift : Wednesday - Saturday 6 : 00 am - 5 : 00 pm

Evening B Shift : Wednesday - Saturday 11 : 00 am - 10 : 00 pm

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!

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 Professional , 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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Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Required

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity :

Motivations

Required

Peer Recognition

Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Preferred

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Work-Life Balance

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization :

Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Drivers License