Youth Care Worker I
About The Position
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. Forget sitting behind a desk all day. As a Youth Care Worker, you'll be: 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 Some days are challenging. Some days are inspiring. Every day matters. People who: Believe every young person deserves a chance Stay calm when life gets messy Enjoy working with others Like staying active and engaged Want a career that has purpose Show up, care, and give their best If you're 21 or older and have a high school diploma or GED, you're qualified to start. We'll provide the training. Because this isn't just another paycheck. It's an opportunity to Make a Difference. The work you do can help change the course of a young person's life. 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. Imagine Finishing Your Shift Knowing... A young person felt heard. A youth learned a new coping skill. Someone had a better day because you showed up. That's the kind of work we do. And we're looking for more people who want to be part of it. Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help build brighter futures—one youth, one day, and one breakthrough at a time. Pathway Family Services. Where purpose meets possibility.www.tfifamily.org
Requirements
- Must be 21 or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Caring, dependable adults
- Kind heart, a positive attitude, and a desire to help young people succeed
Nice To Haves
- Future teachers
- Social workers
- Counselors
- Criminal justice professionals
- Psychology majors
- Behavioral health workers
- Anyone looking for meaningful work that makes a difference
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
- Average hourly rate is $14.55 (including wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, etc.)
- Training provided
- Opportunity to Make a Difference
- Learn Valuable Skills
- Gain experience in behavioral health, child welfare, crisis intervention, communication, and leadership
- Join a Team That Cares
- Build a Career with Purpose
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
