Residential Youth Worker (Evening Shift)

About us

Cherry Gulch is a nationally renowned therapeutic residential treatment program for boys. Located in the foothills of Emmett, ID, overlooking the beautiful Black Canyon Reservoir and Payette River. Our campus has provided innovative and cutting-edge services to young boys and families from all over the world. Our goal is to provide early intervention and prevention to help our students discover their full potential and become well-rounded, pro-social young men.

Our clinical expertise and academic resources allow us to accept students who haven’t experienced success in other programs. Families find what they have been desperately searching for from our team at Cherry Gulch Inc. Thank you for considering joining our team.

Current Openings

Wednesday to Saturday Schedule

Weekday Hours: 2:15 pm – 10:15 pm

Weekend Hours: 7:15 am - 10:15 pm

Our work environment includes:

• Offering the highest level of care
• Growth opportunities
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities to take students on outings
• Casual work attire
• Free Meals

Evening Youth Mentor

Duties:
- Educate and mentor youth in various areas of their lives
- Provide guidance and support to help youth overcome challenges and develop positive behaviors
- Assist with conflict management and resolution among youth
- Collaborate with other professionals to develop and implement individualized plans for youth
- Monitor and evaluate the progress of youth in achieving their goals
- Create a safe and supportive environment for youth to express themselves
- Plan and facilitate group activities and workshops for youth development

Requirements:
- Experience working with children, preferably in a mentoring or educational role
- Knowledge of special education, child welfare, behavioral health, or related fields is a plus
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with youth
- Ability to establish boundaries and maintain confidentiality
- Patience, empathy, and understanding when working with diverse populations of youth
- Flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the youth and program
- Ability to pass a background check and meet any other requirements set by the organization

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young individuals and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply for the position of Youth Mentor. Join our team and help shape the future generation!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.50 - $19.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• After school
• Evening shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you at least 21 years old? Please note that staff must meet this age requirement for insurance and licensing purposes.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Idaho Drivers Licenses (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $20