Therapeutic Mentor (Bilingual A Plus)
COMMUNITY SERVICES INSTITUTE INC
Location
Springfield, Massachusetts
Salary
$20 - $25 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide structured, one-to-one strength-based support to youth to address daily living, social, and communication needs. Collaborate with clinical therapists to implement goal-directed lesson plans and link youth to community activities.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma with 24 months of experience or a degree in human services with 12 months of experience working with youth. Applicants must be at least 21 years old with a reliable vehicle and a clear driving record.
Job description
Description Therapeutic Mentoring (TM) offers structured, one-to-one, strength-based support services between a therapeutic mentor and a youth to address daily living, social, and communication needs. The mentor works with a clinical therapist to explore a youth’s interests and abilities and creates activities that build various life skills and link them to community activities.
Therapeutic Mentoring services are in-person and typically provided to youth in any setting where the youth reside, such as the home (including foster homes and therapeutic foster homes). We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role, even if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. About us: Community Services Institute (CSI) was one of the first outpatient community mental health clinics to offer home-based therapy to families facing barriers to mental health care. Through our Children’s Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI)-Therapeutic Mentoring (TM) program, we offer community-based interventions that support youth under 21 years old who are actively engaged in therapy.
Requirements
Work directly with youth and support families to achieve success After-school and weekend hours required Clearly communicate and consistently meet with family and natural supports Teach youth conflict resolution, impulse regulation, and positive coping skills Strength-based support for social skills and self-esteem building in the community (Library, YMCA, Volunteer facilities, Parks, etc.) Weekly consult directly with a master’s level clinician to provide strengths-based and trauma-informed interventions Assess needs and implement collaborative goal-directed lesson plans Required monthly mandatory staff meetings and weekly clinical supervision with licensed (LICSW/LMHC/LP) supervisors
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Associate's degree in the human service field and 12 months total experience working with children/adolescents/transition-age youth High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 24 months total experience working with children/adolescents/transition youth Applicant must be at least 21 years old Bilingual and culturally fluent (Spanish/English) is desirable Reliable vehicle for work use, proof of vehicle insurance, and a clear driving record Background Check required
