Featured Local Job: Vocational Instructor

Western Secure Treatment Unit has an opening for a Vocational Instructor.

DESCRIPTION:

Do you want to help improve the lives of at-risk youth in your community?

Do you want to join a team of people who are hard-working and want to help others?

Do you want to build a career while making a difference in the world?

If this sounds like you, let’s talk!  We’re looking for a Vocational Instructor 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:

The Vocational Instructor prepares in advance, develops and implements daily lesson plans for the purpose of delivering instructional curriculum related to subject area competencies. Delivers daily lesson plans and develops activities following the Career Exploration format for the purpose of developing academic skills and employable technology skills appropriate for career paths.  This position also delivers vocational curriculum that adheres to the clinical teaching format for the purpose of leading to industry recognized certification and develops and implements effective classroom management strategies for the purpose of ensuring a safe and secure learning environment.

The work week is typically Monday — Friday with hours subject to adjustment.

To be considered, you should:

• Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect.
• Have a desire to work with troubled teens and have 5 years of prior industry experience and the sufficient skills and knowledge to deliver a comprehensive vocational training curriculum.
• Bachelors Degree Preferred; High School Diploma or equivalent with industry experience evaluated on a case by case basis
• Valid Journeyman Certificate, if applicable.  For Culinary Arts and Food Service, experience is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.
• Deliver a hands-on approach emphasizing appropriate concepts relevant to vocational skills and career path progress.

The Perks:

• Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance after 90 days of employment.
• Choice of supplemental benefits, including Short Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Eligible for 100% 401k match of up to 6% of your salary after 1 year of employment.
• Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues.
• Free Meals on shift.
• Employee incentives including On-The-Spot Bonuses, Rams Bucks, and Longevity Awards.
• Growth opportunities nationwide – we have 40 programs in 16 states!
• Tuition Assistance.

For a full job description and to apply, go here: Vocational Instructor