You want to help improve the lives of at-risk youth in your community?
You want to join a team of people who are hard-working and want to help others?
You want to build a career, while making a difference in the world?

If this sounds like you, let’s talk!  We’re hiring Youth Services Workers/Coach Counselors for the Western Secure Treatment Unit operated by Rite of Passage, located at 12 Dakota Dr. Emlenton, PA 16373.  Our employees are dedicated and passionate individuals that are committed to inspiring positive change in the lives of youth.  Joining our team is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to create a meaningful career with a company driven by its powerful mission to make a difference.

Rite of Passage is a leading national provider of programs and opportunities for troubled and at-risk youth from social services, welfare agencies and juvenile courts.  With an emphasis on evidence-based practices and positive skill development, combined with our supportive and therapeutic approach, our organization is respected by industry experts as a highly effective solution for our youth.  Since 1984, over 25,000 youths have entered and completed our programs.  ROP has built its reputation on running life-changing educational treatment programs that positively contribute to the community.

What you’ll do:

As a Coach Counselor, you’ll provide safety and around-the-clock supervision for the youth in our program, and provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the needs of the students.  You’ll monitor and document student behaviors and activities, participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities, and work in collaboration with other professional staff to establish and/or meet the goals of each student’s treatment plan. 

There is no previous experience required for this role.  Training will be provided, but if you do have related experience and/or education, you may be eligible to start above entry-level.

Hours Vary depending on availability 

To be considered, you should:

Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect. Have a high school diploma or equivalent. Be at least 21 years of age. Have a desire to work with troubled teens. Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.

Apply today and help us make a difference!