Part Time Youth Mentor

Rite of Passage • Idaho Springs, CO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Colorado Qualifying House is a Residential Treatment Center that provides male youth ages 18-20 with opportunities for positive growth through evidence-based interventions and innovative programming. With a deep commitment to improving the lives of youth and families, our program model has been developed with a focus on promoting positive change and goal attainment. The Colorado Qualifying House program subscribes to the four principles of effective intervention: risk assessment, addressing needs, providing individualized treatment, and ensuring fidelity. By following these core principles, Colorado Qualifying House guides youth behavior in positive directions while reducing recidivism risk.

Requirements

• Must be a local resident!
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Have a Bachelor's Degree in the Human Services or related field, or equivalent experience
• Be able to commit to (2) 12 hour shifts, 7 am - 7 pm or 7 pm - 7 am
• Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect
• Have a desire to work with troubled teens
• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and around-the-clock supervision of at-risk youth.
• Provide for the physical, personal and health needs of each student through individual counseling and behavioral/social/physical and educational skill development.
• Provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the needs of the students.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level