YOUTH CARE WORKER

Rite of Passage • DeFuniak Springs, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Youth Care Worker at Walton Academy for Growth and Change in DeFuniak Springs, Florida. Located near the white sand beaches of Northwest Florida in DeFuniak Springs - At Walton Academy, we provide residential treatment to improving the lives of Youth through mental health and substance abuse services. We offer skills and opportunities to our youth from Carpentry/Home Building Institute to Culinary Arts. After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Youth Care Worker, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

Requirements

• Possess a High School Diploma or GED and 40 hours of college education OR have one-year experience working with youth in organized group activities.
• Possess a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour security and supervision to always ensure the safety of our Youth at a HIGH-RISK residential treatment DJJ program for male youths between the ages of 13-19.
• Monitor and document behaviors.
• Monitor and join the Youth during Sports and Recreation time.
• Assist and mentor the youth while they learn and develop within the program.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days
• 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment
• Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues
• $1,000 Training Incentive Opportunity - Earn a $1,000 bonus when you complete the Essential Skills Training Program within your first 90 days of employment!

What This Job Offers

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