Youth Mentor

Boys Town • Tallahassee, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about helping youth succeed? As an Assistant Family Teacher, you’ll provide direct care to at-risk children in a supportive, family-style home. You’ll teach life skills, model positive behavior, and support each child’s moral, educational, and emotional development. Join our team and become a life-changing influence in a child’s journey toward a brighter future. Make a Difference in a Child’s Life – Become an Assistant Family Teacher in Tallahassee ! Starting Pay: $19- $20.00/hour Full-Time Shifts: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM, rotating two weekends. Requires at least one overnight stay (Friday at 2pm - Sunday at 10pm per month), must be available for occasional daytime meetings.

Requirements

• Must be 21+ with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with good driving record
• Passion for working with youth; flexible and team-oriented
• Must have and maintain sufficient mental acuity and physical strength, agility, and endurance to perform all job requirements (including stressful situations - physically, mentally, and emotionally) encountered on the job without compromising the health and well-being of self, fellow employees, and youth or families.
• Must have sufficient vision, hearing, speech and the mobility to monitor youth, actively participate in safety procedures, assist and perform daily household chores, and participate in activities with youth.
• Demonstrate to criteria while maintaining current in CPR and nationally recognized personal restraint model must be obtained during pre-service training required.

Responsibilities

• Providing care, guidance, and behavioral support to youth
• Teaching life and social skills using the Boys Town model
• Supporting academic and spiritual development
• Ensuring a safe, nurturing, and structured home environment
• Participating in fun and educational activities with youth
• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – including free services at Boys Town Clinics
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – 100% Employer Match up to 6%
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Tuition Assistance for career growth
• Employee Assistance Program – confidential support
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider
• generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account
• professional development opportunities within the organization

What This Job Offers

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