Program Assistant

Description

REPORTS TO:  Boys' Program Director‍

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Full-time (Exempt)‍

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: 

If you’re considering a career where you work with children and families, or want to work in a field such as counseling, social work, education or ministry, the Eagle Ranch Program Assistant job opportunity may be perfect for you. This position provides you training, professional experience, leadership development, and skills that will benefit your personal and professional relationships. 

Becoming a program assistant is a life-impacting, meaningful career opportunity where you’ll learn just as much about yourself, deepen your relationship with Christ and make a difference in the lives of children and families. As a program assistant, you’ll join a home team in our residential program. Each home cares for up to five children and is staffed by a homelife coach couple, licensed counselor and a program assistant. You’ll help mentor the kids in your home, engage with their families, and work in many aspects of the Eagle Ranch program, which includes education, counseling, training, and a lot of fun!

PERKS OF THE POSITION:

• ‍Career Development: Grow professionally with opportunities to advance your career.‍
• Christian Community: Be part of a team that shares your faith and values.‍‍
• Access to the Wellness Center, Trails, and Lakes: Stay fit and relax in nature.‍
• Work-Life Balance: Manage your professional and academic commitments effectively.
• Competitive Benefits Package: Including medical, dental, vision, and more. 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Foster an understanding of what it means to live by biblical principles while encouraging a child to an individual faith in Christ.
• Offer spiritual guidance and mentorship to children and families from a biblical worldview.
• Participate in team meetings and staff meetings, trainings, staff chapel and other related activities.
• Plan and implement group development and recreational activities for kids in the program.  
• Assist in facilitating the group process in the home, helping to build communication and relationship skills among the children.
• Help communicate with the children’s parents regarding the progress of their child and encourage them to embrace the treatment program.
• Communicate regularly with the homelife coach couple and counselor to assist with the implementation of the program.
• Work with children when homelife coaches are absent and during weekly date nights.

Requirement

QUALITIES:

• Affirm and exhibit a life in line with the Eagle Ranch Statement of Faith.
• Motivated by and passionate about the mission of helping children and families.
• Enjoy participating in Christian community.
• A teachable spirit with a commitment to personal and professional growth.
• Flexible and adaptable. Able to adjust to sudden schedule changes.
• Able to learn and put into practice discipline and behavior management skills.
• Enjoy an active lifestyle, including outdoor activities.
• Good verbal communication skills.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Preferred 4-year college degree or related professional experience (college seniors seeking employment upon graduation may apply).
• Be at least 21, have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and able to drive a 15-passenger van.
• Written spiritual and personal references.