Therapeutic Support Staff/Mentor

Qualifications

• Desire to work with varying populations while supporting TEEG’s mission


• High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree (or currently enrolled) in human services, social work, education, or related field preferred 


• Minimum 21 years of age 


• Experience in Microsoft Office software 


• Strong written and oral communication skills


• Ability to work independently with flexible hours and duties


• Clean record with State Police Bureau of Identification, Department of Children and Families and Department of Motor Vehicles


• Possesses a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of registration and motor vehicle insurance


• Respect for persons without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital/civil union status, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or socioeconomic status

Certifications

• Mandated Reporting (training to be provided)


• CPR & First Aid (training to be provided) 
  

Physical/Mental Requirements & Working Conditions

• Daily working hours may vary to meet client availability and agency needs, including occasional evening and weekend requirements 


• Frequent local travel in a personal or agency vehicle 


• Occasional one-on-one interactions with clients who may exhibit an emotionally heightened or withdrawn state and/or with behavioral diagnoses that may require de-escalation, crisis prevention or intervention


• Frequent in person, virtual and/or telephonic oral communication and listening

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly one-on-one mentoring services to youth referred by DCF, community health partners, schools, juvenile review boards or youth service bureaus for a minimum of six months 


• Establish and track goals for youth while providing prosocial experiences, educational opportunities, and creating positive community connections 


• Complete and submit accurate and thorough timesheets, progress notes, and expense reports within 24 hours of mentoring session with assigned youth(s) 


• Participate monthly in supervision with Youth Programs Manager and Consulting Clinical Psychologist to determine best approaches for successful youth outcomes 


• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and agency data and records


• Attend professional development opportunities as required