Therapeutic Mentor

*** $1000 sign on bonus! ***

Our Therapeutic Mentoring (TM) Program is currently seeking full time Therapeutic Mentors (35-40 hours per week) in the Fall River MA area. TM's work a Monday through Friday schedule with flexible hours between 11:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. to meet the needs of the participants. The starting rate for this position is between $19-$21.

TM's offer 1:1 structured strength based supportive services that address daily living, social and communication needs. The services include supporting, coaching and training the youth in age appropriate behaviors, interpersonal communication, functional skill-building, problem solving and conflict resolution.

Education and Experience:

• Candidates must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of two (2) years of experience working with children/adolescents/transition age youth.
• A Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a human services field from an accredited university and one year experience working with children/adolescents/transition age youth.
• Applicants must have a good driving records, have access to a reliable vehicle and proof of insurance.  

Spanish and Portuguese speaking applicants are encouraged to apply. 

Full Time Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package:
•    Medical, dental, vision insurance
•    Long term disability insurance
•    Life insurance
•    403b pension plan
•    Flexible spending account
•    Three weeks paid vacation
•    Twelve paid holidays
•    Generous earned sick time

Family Service Association is eligible as a site for loan repayment under the Ma Repay Program and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  These Programs are contingent upon the availability of funding. **This information is intended for informational purposes and does not constitute a guarantee of future benefits.**
Check out these links to determine if you qualify:
Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid
Our Programs | MA Repay Program

*Candidates must pass CORI and CPS (child protective services) background checks.*

***Salaries are determined by factors including; experience, education, certifications, references, and foreign language proficiency with clients.***

Family Service Association is a comprehensive private, non-profit social service agency dedicated to the development and implementation of services designed to provide strength and support to individuals and families throughout southeastern Massachusetts.  Headquartered in Fall River, Family Service Association strives to increase the capacity of individuals and families to cope with the stresses of family life and interpersonal relationships in a positive, productive and health-improving manner.  This agency is a leading provider of professional social services in the South Coast region of Massachusetts, with a 135-year tradition of high quality.

Family Service Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Make a difference and join our team today!