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Outdoor Youth CounselorEckerd Youth Alternatives • Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Outdoor Youth Counselor

Outdoor Youth Counselor

Eckerd Youth Alternatives • Salt Lake City, UT, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Do you have a bachelor's degree, love to work outdoors and want to make the world a better place for at-risk teenage girls? Eckerd Connects' Camp E-Nini-Hassee is seeking Outdoor Youth Counselors for our residential facilityin Floral City, Florida. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity, perfect for recent college graduates trying to find their career path, to work and reside on Florida's first 860 acre outdoor therapeutic wilderness camp for girls.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits :

  • Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
  • Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary term life insurance
  • Meals provided when on duty
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
  • PTO Exchange
  • On-Site Housing Provided

Salary Rate : Starting at $36,500 with opportunity for leadership development, professional growth and advancement.

Location Address : 7027 East Stage Coach Trail, Floral City, FL 34436. Relocation Assistance Provided! Relocation on-site required.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • This position lives with girls ages 12 to 17, providing daily hygienic oversight, therapeutic support / group counseling related to teenage girls, and therapeutic outdoor adventures.
  • The Outdoor Youth Counselor provides therapeutic support to 10-12 teenage girls who struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, family conflicts, neglect, and poor academic performance
  • Provide daily supervision and support to residents in a structured and safe living environment. Serve as a co-teacher while youth attend the on-site school each day. Monitor youth behavior and ensure environment is conducive to learning.
  • You will have the unique opportunity to live on-site and foster positive relationships, guiding and mentoring youth as they navigate personal and educational challenges.
  • As a live-in residential counselor, flexible schedule availability is required including some nights and weekends. Responsible for overall supervision of the youth which includes supervision 24 hours a day for 5 days a week. The purpose of 24 / 5 flexible schedule availability while on-site is to support residents in crisis situations and provide conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques. Counselors are also sleeping during the 24 hour day and Night Watch employees assist with night supervision.
  • Opportunity for growth and leadership development.
  • Housing Arrangements

  • Outdoor Youth Counselors reside on-site adjacent to youth campsites five days per week in open-air cabins nestled in Florida's gorgeous rural landscape. Our property is in the heart of Floral City, Florida close in proximity to popular travel destinations, amusement parks, and beaches where counselors can explore the beautiful state of Florida on days off.
  • On-site fully furnished housing is provided for counselors to rest and refresh during their two days off per week at no cost . Option to reside off-site in self funded housing is available.
  • For additional questions regarding arrangements and position details, you may email recruiting@eckerd.org
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University.
  • Physical ability to stand for extended amounts of time, reside in open-air cabins during working days, as well as walk regularly throughout the wilderness terrain 24hr / five-day work week
  • Maintain a positive attitude in a wilderness setting, with exposure to outdoors and / or weather conditions.
  • This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.
  • About our Program

    Camp E-Nini-Hassee was founded in 1969 by Jack and Ruth Eckerd as the first outdoor therapeutic program for girls at-risk in the southeast. We provide a positive, strength-based environment for girls ages 12-18 to experience nurturing guidance. We present a reality-therapy approach in a residential, outdoor therapeutic environment, using alliances with staff and group therapy to provide safety, adventure, and education. Each girl receives individualized treatment and is supported with family services. We provide an accredited education on site with certified teachers and transferable credits. We help girls considered at-risk who are struggling with school, causing family conflicts, experimenting with drugs, experiencing depression, have low self-esteem, or are exhibiting emotional problems and behavioral issues.

    Our Program Location

    Eckerd Connects | Camp E-Nini-Hassee

    7027 East Stage Coach Trail

    Floral City, FL 34436

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    Eckerd Connects employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

    Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact adarequest@eckerd.org. Relay Services Dial 711.

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