Discovery Ranch, a leading residential treatment center for boys aged 13-18 in Utah, is seeking Youth Mentors to join our team. As a Youth Mentor, you will have the opportunity to work with our students, helping them to develop new skills and advance their personal growth. You will be part of a supportive team of experienced professionals who are committed to helping young boys heal mentally, physically, and emotionally. . Discovery Ranch combines the power of traditional and experiential therapies, including equine therapy and horsemanship programs, to create a clinically sophisticated, relationship-based setting that promotes growth and healing.

Responsibilities

Monitor the students' throughout the night

Help manage and document behavioral issues and progress.

Provide support to students and their families.

Maintain a safe and positive environment for the students.

Ensure the physical and emotional safety of all students, and respond to emergencies as needed

Collaborate with other professionals as part of the treatment team.

Help teach values such as Responsibility, Grit, Honesty, Respect, Courage, Kindness, and Accountability to students

Participate in ongoing training and development to maintain a high standard of care for students

Part time hours | $15-17/hour DOE

Weekdays:

Position one: Saturday 10:45pm- Sunday 9:00am & Monday- 10:45pm-Tuesday 7:00am

Position two: Friday 10:45pm - Saturday 9:00am & Saturday 10:45pm- Sunday 9:00am

Located in Mapleton, Utah.

Entry level with opportunity to advance

Gain professional behavioral and mental health experience

Help teenagers in need

Requirements

Please note: your resume should include education, work experience, certifications, and licenses

Must be able to pass a background check

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team

Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, patience, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Ability to respond effectively and efficiently in crisis situations

Passionate about working with young people and helping them to achieve their full potential.

A bachelor's degree in a related field (such as social work, psychology, or counseling) is preferred but not required

Experience working with teenagers or in a related field is preferred

Must be able to pass motor vehicle record check

First Aid & CPR certified (we may provide)

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and other insurance plans available for full-time employees after probationary period

Employer contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)

Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Benchmark Awards Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Free meals while working

Participation in high-adventure activities with students

Significant discounts for hundreds of professional outdoor gear brands, including an ExpertVoice account

Beautiful, dynamic, and vast work environment: 22 acres of gorgeous, landscaped ranch with diverse houses, school classrooms, a gym, horses, and baby calves

A few hours from Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, the Grand Canyon, and Lake Powell

A few hours from many world-class ski resorts