Youth Counselor

The Utah Royals FC (URFC), Real Salt Lake (RSL), and RSL Training Academy are dedicated to the growth and success of soccer in Utah. The Utah Royals FC is committed to empowerment, while RSL represents the state with pride and fosters a winning culture. The RSL Training Academy nurtures young athletes and instills values of discipline and teamwork. Together, they are committed to inspiring the soccer culture of Utah and creating lasting impressions one winning experience at a time.   

SUMMARY 

The Youth Counselor will actively participate in the development of a comprehensive Residence Life program. The Advisor will function as a peer resource, mentor, and advisor to student-athletes who reside at the RSL Training Academy. The Youth Counselor must have a willingness to be called into service at any time during their shift to meet students' needs as they arise.  

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:  

• Collaborates with the Residence Hall Manager to help guide the overall direction, quality, integrity, and success of the residential environment.
• Proactively ensures the safety and well-being of student-athletes for the RSLTA.
• Identifies critical issues or trends (i.e. health concerns, peak stress times, emotional difficulties, academic problems, etc.), and develops strategic plans for addressing or correcting these issues promptly and refers or connects individuals to resources, as appropriate. 
• Provides necessary support, care and mentoring to all players in the dorms, especially regarding off-the-field matters. 
• Plans and facilitates meaningful activities that involve learning life skills and providing services to others
• Educates residents about Housing policies and procedures, and addresses policy violations, as needed.
• Ensures compliance with Safe Sport policies and procedures. 
• Transports students to local trips and airport runs.
• Conducts room checks to ensure the cleanliness of students’ rooms and to be visible to the students. Also conducts room checks at curfew.
• Assist in the management of crises and report emergencies or serious illnesses.
• Reports issues regarding dorm players and dorm building to Residence Hall Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology,  Social Work, or a similar field preferred combined with previous experience working with adolescents.
• Valid driver license.
• Must possess great empathy and emotional resilience
• Ability to pass a background check and become Safe Sport certified.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends to accommodate the teams’ schedules.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Effective communication skills with an emphasis on clearly communicating the mission and vision of Club culture with players, families, coaches and community members.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Spanish-bilingual is a plus. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The job requires regularly lifting/pushing up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting/pushing more than 25 pounds or exerting heavy force, in a wide disparity or environmental conditions. The job involves standing, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing, typing, etc. 

Real Salt Lake provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation. 

Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and Real Salt Lake reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.