Human Service Worker at Stride (Eagle Mountain) - Part Time
About The Position
Wasatch Behavioral Health is hiring a part-time Human Service Worker for its Stride Program in Eagle Mountain, Utah. This onsite role supports children ages 5–12 who experience social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Stride is an after-school skills development program offering children a safe, structured, and engaging environment. The Human Service Worker helps children build confidence, strengthen relationships, develop healthy coping strategies, and gain skills for success at home, school, and in their communities. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with varied hours. Compensation is $17.50–$22.17 per hour, depending on experience. Spanish speakers may qualify for a wage increase. Wasatch Behavioral Health is a local government agency providing mental health and substance-use services. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review, and criminal background check. After hire, employees must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from the Utah State Office of Licensing. Upon receiving a conditional offer, candidates must provide an official copy of any applicable licensure or certification.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver's license.
- 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.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review, and criminal background check.
- After hire, must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from the Utah State Office of Licensing.
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 and supervision to children participating in the program.
- Facilitate structured activities, skills groups, and daily routines.
- Help children develop social, emotional, behavioral, and coping skills.
- Model positive behavior, communication, boundaries, and healthy coping strategies.
- Assist with crisis intervention and help maintain a safe, structured environment.
- Observe and document client interactions, progress, and behaviors.
- Collaborate with therapists, supervisors, families, and other team members.
- Encourage children as they build confidence, independence, and skills for success at home, school, and in the community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
