Overview

Hourly pay rate: $17.00 to $19.00 per hour

Location: 3585 S Camino Real Washington, UT 84780 (On-site)

Schedule: 1:30pm - 11:30pm I Thursday, Friday, Saturday + every other Wednesday 

Do you bring emotional awareness, strong boundaries, and a desire to support healing in high-acuity environments? Are you calm under pressure and committed to showing up with purpose? If so, Embark at Sunrise invites you to join our team as a Life Coach/Youth Mentor, a key role in our trauma-informed, residential treatment program for adolescent girls and boys ages 12-17.

At Sunrise, we blend clinical excellence with heart. Set against the serene backdrop of southern Utah, our campus offers a safe, home-like environment where girls and boys ages 12–17 can heal, grow, and thrive. We specialize in relational, experiential, and evidence-based care that addresses trauma, emotional regulation, and family systems.

Responsibilities

• Daily Support: Guide students through daily routines while modeling positive behavior and healthy habits.
• Therapeutic Collaboration: Work closely with therapists to implement individualized interventions and support treatment goals.
• Communication & Documentation: Maintain thorough documentation and relay key updates to the treatment team.
• Crisis Management: Proactively ensure client safety through prevention, de-escalation, and supportive intervention.
• Community Engagement: Participate in group sessions, staff bonding, and house activities to foster connection and trust.
• Home Environment: Contribute to light housekeeping and meal prep, promoting a clean, nurturing space.
• Professional Presence: Build rapport while upholding boundaries, creating a safe and respectful environment.

Qualifications

• Basic Requirements: Must be 21+ with a high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, and clean driving record.
• Safety & Certification: Able to pass a Utah State background check and obtain a Food Handler’s Permit before starting.
• Crisis Readiness: Trained or willing to be trained in CPR, First Aid, and safe restraint techniques.
• De-escalation Skills: Confident in managing and calming agitated or combative students.
• Relationship Builder: Strong communication skills and the ability to form healthy, supportive connections.
• Positive Role Model: Committed to teaching and modeling strong values and respectful behavior.
• Long-Term Commitment: Willing to commit to a minimum of 8 months in a structured, team-based environment.

Benefits

• Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

Sunrise is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

Sunrise does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. 

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