What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Service Worker at New Vista - Part Time position at wasatch?
Join our team at Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Part-Time Human Service Worker at the New Vista Day Program for Adolescents in Provo, Utah, earning $17.50–$22.17/hour. New Vista provides day treatment and outpatient services for youth navigating behavioral health challenges, including the impacts of trauma, difficult life experiences, and emotional or behavioral struggles. In this meaningful, hands-on role, you'll support adolescents by helping create a safe, structured, and encouraging environment where they can develop healthy coping skills, build confidence, and work toward success at home, school, and in the community. If you're passionate about helping teens overcome challenges and want to make a lasting difference while growing your skills in behavioral health, this is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team.
Schedule: Monday–Friday (Days are Varied), 6:00 AM–6:00 PM (Hours are Varied)
Compensation: $17.50–$22.17 DOE
About Us: Wasatch Behavioral Health
Wasatch Behavioral Health is a local government agency dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible mental health and substance-use services. We value collaboration, innovation, empathy, and creating a workplace where both clients and employees can thrive.
What You'll Do as a Human Service Worker
- Provide compassionate support, supervision, and encouragement to adolescents in a structured therapeutic environment.
- Facilitate structured activities, skills groups, and daily routines that help youth build emotional regulation, social skills, and healthy coping strategies.
- Assist with therapeutic programming designed to support youth who are navigating trauma, behavioral health challenges, and difficult life experiences.
- Help maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging environment while assisting with crisis intervention when needed.
- Document client interactions, progress, behaviors, and observations accurately and in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with therapists, supervisors, and other treatment team members to support individualized care plans and program goals.
- Model positive behavior, effective communication, and healthy coping strategies to help youth develop confidence and independence.
- Encourage youth as they practice new skills and work toward success at home, school, and in the community.
- Build positive relationships with program participants while providing consistent guidance, structure, and support.
- Assist with maintaining a predictable and therapeutic environment where youth feel safe, accepted, and empowered to grow.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to stay calm, patient, and grounded during challenging situations
- Reliable, team-oriented, and eager to learn
- Experience or education in mental/behavioral health is helpful but not required
- Must pass a background check and meet WBH hiring standards
- Spanish speakers may qualify for a wage increase
Apply Today
Ready to make a real impact? Submit your application today and take the next step toward a career that truly changes lives. We're excited to meet you and cheer you on as you grow with our team!
Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review and criminal background check. After hire you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from Utah State Office of Licensing. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment in the position, you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification.
Salary : $18 - $22