We are looking for compassionate individuals to join our teams at SAFE Passage, DePaul Academy, and Woodford Home, in South Bend, Indiana.

To be considered, you should: 

  • Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect. 
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent. 
  • Be at least 21 years of age. 
  • Have a desire to work with troubled teens. 
  • Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test. 

 The Perks: 

  • A schedule that allows for more consecutive days off. 
  • 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. 

SAFE Passage

program type

Serves Male & Females Ages 10-18 on a 24-Hour Emergency Basis

Acute Stabilization in a Residential Setting

Assess Emotional and Cognitive Functioning

Collaborates with Notre Dame to Provide Diagnostic and Consultation Services

Trauma-Informed, Gender-Specific and Evidence-Based Practices

DePaul Academy

program type

Secure Residential Facility for Males Ages 14-18

Serves Youth with Delinquent and/or At-Risk Behaviors

Trauma–Informed Care Curriculum

300+ Clinical Hours During Placement

Academy Model Program with Strengths-Based Approach

Staff Ratio 1:4

Woodford Home

program type

Serves Males Ages 14-21

Step-Down Group Home in the Community

Emphasis on Psychological and Independent Skills

Case Management

Weekly Individual and/or Family Therapy

Employment Opportunities within the Community

On-Grounds or Public School