What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Staff/ Young Adult Mentor position at Northwest College Support?
Job description
Northwest College Support works alongside college-age students and individuals who are developing skills needed to live healthy, independent lives. At NWCS we provide an environment for change, guiding our students in the areas of education, mental health, life skills and overall wellness.
Direct Care Staff support student plans, by building relationships with our students, modeling positive habits, providing opportunities for social engagement and supporting students' nighttime routines. M-F, 2pm-10pm and weekend day shifts available (some flexibility in this schedule).
Salary/ Benefits: $20-$21 per hour; health, vision and dental insurance; paid time off; maternity/ paternity leave; $1200 annual education stipend (after 90 days), your birthday off, and a fun work environment!
Position: Direct Care Staff work directly with our students to guide them toward their goals. This role can include:
- Mentor young adults to create positive change in their lives.
- Engage students one on one or in small groups to support life skills.
- Lead healthy student activities (community, art, recreation, etc.).
- Support students to manage their evening routine.
- Foster a safe and inclusive environment.
- Provide transportation to school, work, volunteering, etc.
- Assist students with housekeeping tasks.
- Respond to crisis situations and provide de-escalation when needed.
- Conduct rounds, checking in with each student.
- Report student updates to leadership.
- Engage in our dynamic team approach to serving our students!
Requirements:
- Strong desire to help people; high level of compassion and empathy
- Contribute to a positive and inclusive environment, supporting people of all backgrounds
- High level of professional maturity, resiliency, and good decision making.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work on a team.
- HS/ GED required; Associate's degree or beyond, preferred.
- Must be 21 years old, with a valid driver's license
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
This is a great opportunity for recent graduates or individuals looking for experience in the field of human services or for energetic individuals looking to contribute to a growing, interactive team. If you have a heart for humans, and a strong work ethic, please submit your resume!
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Cultivation Counseling/ Northwest College Support is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Cultivation Counseling/ Northwest College Support to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors, except where otherwise provided by law.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a clean driving record?
Ability to Commute:
- Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,200
