Wellness Specialist

Dakota Boys & Girls Ranch•Minot, ND

About The Position

The Wellness Specialist carries out wellness program activities that engage youth in physical activity, hobby exploration, and skills development. The specialist helps youth explore interests inside and outside of treatment and assists with scheduling, preparing, implementing, and cleaning up after activities. Activities may take place individually or in groups, on or off campus.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old at the time of application.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must pass a criminal background check, including child abuse and neglect checks.
Must have a current state driver's license.
Must have an insurable driving record.
One year of experience working with youth or families, or completion of all training required under NDCC 75-03-40-29.

Nice To Haves

A degree or certification in Physical Education, Personal Training, or a similar field of expertise.

Responsibilities

Build positive relationships with youth by providing guidance, support, and advice.
Engage and coordinate with youth and the treatment team to explore activities that develop youth skills, hobbies, and interests.
Participate actively with youth in daily activities on or off campus.
Evaluate, assess, and respond to youth physical and emotional needs in alignment with individualized treatment plans, safety plans, cottage programming, and agency procedures.
Monitor and maintain a safe environment for wellness activities.
Advocate for youth and families.
Assist with wellness programming, including Fit Rec, Running Group, Gardening, Recycling, and Summer Programming, as directed by the Wellness Coordinator.
Assist with individual sessions to implement wellness goals as directed by the Wellness Coordinator.
Document weekly progress using Rec Tracking Forms and Goals Progress Notes.
Assist with scheduling, preparing, implementing, and cleaning up after individual and group activities.

Benefits

Paid training at the full wage rate.
Work Today, Get Paid Today option.
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% employer match up to 5%.
Employee Assistance Program.
Generous paid time off, accrued based on hours worked.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
Voluntary vision insurance.
20% discount on items at all Ranch Thrift Store locations.
STAR leadership program.
Free cafeteria meals while on shift.
Additional benefits for full-time employees: medical, dental, life insurance, and short-term disability.