Male Youth Reintegration Mentor This position will include traveling throughout the State of Connecticut Salary $60-$65k 35 hours per week
About This Job: The Reintegration Mentor provides ongoing support and guidance to male adolescents transitioning from treatment all across the state of CT, serving as a role model and advocate. The role involves facilitating treatment plans, coordinating appointments and community activities, and offering aftercare for up to 12 months post-discharge. The position requires engaging with youth both in the facility and in the community, working collaboratively with staff and families, and maintaining connections to promote successful reintegration. Flexibility in hours, including evenings and weekends, and the ability to work independently are essential. Overall, the position aims to support adolescents’ ongoing development and stability as they transition back into the community.
Responsibilities and Duties: The Reintegration Mentor will be a role model to young boys and will reinforce the adolescent’s individual treatment plan as well as continued support for the adolescent and family after completion of the program. Transport the adolescent to appointments or recreation activities to prepare them for discharge. Monitor home visits in the community. Work with facility staff to meet with youth one on one as well as facilitate the ARISE curriculum. Provide aftercare to youth for 12 months post discharge.
Engage with youth in the facility
Maintain relationships with facility staff on behalf of the adolescents
Facilitate ARISE Curriculum
Advocate for youth and their families
Attend court or providers meetings
Play a significant role in the client’s treatment team
Work on a flexible schedule, which includes weekend and evening hours
Share On-Call hours with other staff
Develop knowledge base of community resources across Connecticut
Maintain connection with youth and family throughout treatment and beyond
Perform aftercare for RESTS clients for one year
Requirements and Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent with lived experience, and experience, training, and a history of working with adolescents - Required
Comfortable traveling throughout the State of CT - Required
Understanding unique issues and needs of adolescents – Required
Flexible hours/weekends and evenings - Required
Valid driver’s license to utilize a company vehicle during work hours - Required
Skill in Advocacy, Crisis Intervention and ability to function independently
Ability to speak Spanish a plus
Schedule and Rate of Pay:
Salary pay range is $60,000-$65,000
Actual pay is determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, certifications, scope, and performance, as well as market rates, internal equity, budget constraints, the role’s responsibilities, candidate’s unique qualifications, potential for growth, benefits, and organizational policies.
Schedule will include 35 hours per week
Some evenings may be required based on family’s schedules
Schedule flexibility will be required to ensure the youth and family’s needs are met
Benefits: At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, full-time employees will enjoy the following benefits:
Low-cost Medical Insurance Plan option
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance offered after 30 days of employment
Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)
Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)
Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)
Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)
Annual monetary incentives
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
Career Growth Opportunities
Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program
Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid
10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance
About CJR: A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence!
CJR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity.
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