Discovery Ranch, a leading residential treatment center for boys aged 13-18 in Utah, is seeking Youth Mentors to join our team. As a Youth Mentor, you will have the opportunity to work with our students, helping them to develop new skills and advance their personal growth. You will be part of a supportive team of experienced professionals who are committed to helping young boys heal mentally, physically, and emotionally. . Discovery Ranch combines the power of traditional and experiential therapies, including equine therapy and horsemanship programs, to create a clinically sophisticated, relationship-based setting that promotes growth and healing.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the students' throughout the night
- Help manage and document behavioral issues and progress.
- Provide support to students and their families.
- Maintain a safe and positive environment for the students.
- Ensure the physical and emotional safety of all students, and respond to emergencies as needed
- Collaborate with other professionals as part of the treatment team.
- Help teach values such as Responsibility, Grit, Honesty, Respect, Courage, Kindness, and Accountability to students
- Participate in ongoing training and development to maintain a high standard of care for students
Part time hours | $16-18 / hour DOE
Weekdays :
Friday 10 : 45pm - Saturday 9 : 00am, Saturday 10 : 45pm- Sunday 9 : 00am & Sunday 10 : 45pm- Monday 7 : 00am
Located in Mapleton, Utah.
Entry level with opportunity to advanceGain professional behavioral and mental health experienceHelp teenagers in needRequirements
Please note : your resume should include education, work experience, certifications, and licenses
Must be able to pass a background checkStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a teamMust be able to demonstrate flexibility, patience, and adaptability in a fast-paced environmentAbility to respond effectively and efficiently in crisis situationsPassionate about working with young people and helping them to achieve their full potential.A bachelor's degree in a related field (such as social work, psychology, or counseling) is preferred but not requiredExperience working with teenagers or in a related field is preferredMust be able to pass motor vehicle record checkFirst Aid & CPR certified (we may provide)Benefits
Health, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and other insurance plans available for full-time employees after probationary period and part-time employees after one year of working sufficient hours.Employer contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Benchmark Awards ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramFree meals while workingParticipation in high-adventure activities with studentsSignificant discounts for hundreds of professional outdoor gear brands, including an ExpertVoice accountBeautiful, dynamic, and vast work environment : 22 acres of gorgeous, landscaped ranch with diverse houses, school classrooms, a gym, horses, and baby calvesA few hours from Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, the Grand Canyon, and Lake PowellA few hours from many world-class ski resorts