Human Service Worker at New Vista - Part Time
About The Position
Join our team at Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Part-Time Human Service Worker at the New Vista Day Program for Adolescents in Provo, Utah, earning $17.50–$22.17/hour. New Vista provides day treatment and outpatient services for youth navigating behavioral health challenges, including the impacts of trauma, difficult life experiences, and emotional or behavioral struggles. In this meaningful, hands-on role, you'll support adolescents by helping create a safe, structured, and encouraging environment where they can develop healthy coping skills, build confidence, and work toward success at home, school, and in the community. If you're passionate about helping teens overcome challenges and want to make a lasting difference while growing your skills in behavioral health, this is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to stay calm, patient, and grounded during challenging situations
- Reliable, team-oriented, and eager to learn
- Must pass a background check and meet WBH hiring standards
Nice To Haves
- Experience or education in mental/behavioral health is helpful but not required
- Spanish speakers may qualify for a wage increase
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate support, supervision, and encouragement to adolescents in a structured therapeutic environment.
- Facilitate structured activities, skills groups, and daily routines that help youth build emotional regulation, social skills, and healthy coping strategies.
- Assist with therapeutic programming designed to support youth who are navigating trauma, behavioral health challenges, and difficult life experiences.
- Help maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging environment while assisting with crisis intervention when needed.
- Document client interactions, progress, behaviors, and observations accurately and in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with therapists, supervisors, and other treatment team members to support individualized care plans and program goals.
- Model positive behavior, effective communication, and healthy coping strategies to help youth develop confidence and independence.
- Encourage youth as they practice new skills and work toward success at home, school, and in the community.
- Build positive relationships with program participants while providing consistent guidance, structure, and support.
- Assist with maintaining a predictable and therapeutic environment where youth feel safe, accepted, and empowered to grow.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
