What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Mentor position at Burke Center for Youth?
*About us*
Pathfinder's Ranch is Burke Center for Youth's residential treatment facility for 10-17 year old boys. Every resident who comes to us has been removed from his home due to trauma/neglect and associated behaviors. Through therapeutic activities and the daily interactions with people who truly want good things for these children, we feel that every story is a success story.
www.burkecenterforyouth.org/pathfinders-ranch/
We are currently taking applications for Direct Care Staff (full time, days) to work with emotionally troubled teen boys. This work involves supervising and providing guidance for at-risk youth in a structured, supportive role in a ranch setting. The team members selected must be able to effectively communicate with the boys, other team members, volunteers, and the community. There are no physical disabilities with these boys, only behavioral issues.
This position is Entry level with paid training.
** $200 signing bonus and wage review after successful 90-day probationary period.
**Insurance and vacation benefits available for full time employees after 90-day probationary period.
-- Must be 21 or older with a valid TX driver’s license and be a HS graduate.*
-- Must be able to pass background checks, drug screen, TB test.
-- Should have the capability and strength to be able to control a full-sized teen.
-- Should be available to work any day of the week including weekends.
-- Should be able to endure a physically demanding environment, move over long distances, detect resident conversations, and observe resident's actions.
Full time consists of three 14-hour shifts per week (that’s 40 hours 2 overtime hours each week), leaving **4 days off per week! **
**At least one weekend day is required.**
Lifeguard experience would be beneficial.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 to start
*Burke Center for Youth provided the following inclusive hiring information:*
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Salary : $17