About this role

Part-Time Youth Care Worker

Join Our Dynamic Rite of Passage Team as a Part-Time Youth Care Worker at Desert Lily Academy in Queen Creek, AZ, a community rooted in a rich agricultural history and known for cultivating growth both in its fields and in the lives of youth by fostering positive change and empowerment.

Desert Lily Academy (DLA) is a residential treatment program providing female-specific programming in a normalized, trauma-informed setting that promotes learning, growth and positive change. Desert Lily offers an eclectic blend of academic, vocational, and extracurricular opportunities. Through innovative program elements and a model designed to address the unique needs of our young women, Desert Lily helps youth build bright and meaningful futures for themselves and their community.

Pay
$17.91 per hour
$1,000 sign-on bonus

Part-Time Schedule
This is a permanent part-time position working approximately 24 hours per week on the C-Shift.

The specific days and hours of the shift will be determined based on program needs and may be subject to change.

What You'll Do

- Supervise a group of youth in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.

- Ensure the safety and well-being of students while maintaining program expectations.

- Conduct routine room checks and monitor student activities throughout your shift.

- Assist with daily routines, including meals, hygiene, recreation, bedtime, and morning wake-up.

- Build positive relationships by serving as a mentor and role model.

- Respond calmly and professionally to challenging behaviors using appropriate de-escalation techniques.

- Collaborate with your team to provide consistent care and support for each student.

- Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

- Maintain professional boundaries while creating a positive and supportive environment for youth.

Minimum Qualifications

- Must be at least 21 years of age .

- High school diploma or GED required.

- Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical examination, and TB test.

- Ability to work the assigned C-Shift schedule and fulfill approximately 24 hours per week.

This Position Is a Great Fit If You...

- Remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

- Can establish and maintain clear, respectful boundaries.

- Are dependable, punctual, and committed to your responsibilities.

- Enjoy working with youth and making a positive impact.

- Communicate effectively and work well as part of a team.

- Have strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

- Are comfortable being active and on your feet throughout your shift.

- Are looking for a meaningful, permanent part-time opportunity working with youth.

Make a Difference

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults.
As a Part-Time Youth Care Worker , you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building valuable experience and a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth! ✨