Youth Care Worker I

Pathway Family Services LLC • Topeka, KS

4d • $15 • Onsite

About The Position

Average hourly rate is $ $14.55 (including wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, etc.)
Youth Care Worker I | Full-Time| Pathway Family Services | Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program
Want a job where what you do today could change someone's tomorrow?
At Pathway Family Services, we're looking for caring, dependable adults who are ready to make a real difference in the lives of youth who need someone in their corner.
No counseling degree? No problem.
No previous youth care experience? We can teach that.
What we can't teach is a kind heart, a positive attitude, and a desire to help young people succeed.
If you've got those things, we want to meet you. Perfect for future teachers, social workers, counselors, criminal justice professionals, psychology majors, behavioral health workers, and anyone looking for meaningful work that makes a difference.

Requirements

• If you're 21 or older and have a high school diploma or GED, you're qualified to start.
• Predictive Index assessments assist hiring managers determine if a candidate may be a good match for the position.
• Please Complete a Predictive Index assessment at the following link: https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/692W/0ea743eb-a4e6-4c9e-8e7e-385edebaf6b0?type=candidateba
• The PI assessment takes 5-7 minutes to complete. There are no right or wrong answers.

Nice To Haves

• A kind heart
• A positive attitude
• A desire to help young people succeed

Responsibilities

• Encouraging a teen who finally believes in themselves
• Celebrating small victories that become life-changing moments
• Playing games, leading activities, and helping youth build confidence
• Being a role model when a young person needs one most
• Helping create a safe environment where healing can happen
• Working alongside a team that supports each other as much as they support the youth

Benefits

• Learn Valuable Skills. Gain experience in behavioral health, child welfare, crisis intervention, communication, and leadership.
• Join a Team That Cares. You'll work with people who support each other and celebrate successes together.
• Build a Career with Purpose. Many of our leaders started in direct-care roles just like this one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED