Desired applicants will possess a strong work ethic, reliability, and have a desire to help youth with complex emotional and behavioral issues. We are looking for someone who has passion for this field and wants to be a positive role model and influence for our clients.

Description of Position: A Mental Health Worker facilitates and supervises day-to-day activities of residential programming such as recreational activities, completion of basic living and social skills while assuring the safety of the youth. They serve as a positive role and mentor to adolescents in treatment Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch.

Must be available to work evenings and weekends.

What are you looking for in your next career opportunity? This is a great entry-level opportunity for those interested in working with youth.

• Do you have a sincere desire to make a difference in the lives of at-risk youth?

• Do you want a career that is more than a job and a paycheck?

• Do you want to be part of a team where you are valued and appreciated?

• Offers a hiring bonus, access to a no-cost personal trainer, use of our recreation facilities at no cost, dorm style housing.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience/Interest in working with youth with emotional and behavioral issues
• 21 years old or older
• License to operate passenger vehicle and reliable means of transportation
• Ability to relate and build rapport with youth therapeutically while serving as a positive role model for the youth.
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain professional therapeutic boundaries and confidentiality with youth and families
• Possess the ability to work with youth in multiple settings, such as individually and in groups.
• Ability to work in cooperation and collaboration with the treatment team
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Display regular, predictable, and reliable attendance at work
• Excellent active listening skills
• Good computer skills
• Demonstrate sound & ethical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Willingness and ability to obtain certification in First Aid/CPR and Violence Intervention Prevention.
• Criminal / Child Abuse Clearance: Must pass criminal record and child abuse registry background check as required by the State of Montana

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience working with youth in a similar setting or environment.
• Knowledge of behavior modification and age-appropriate child development