Friday and Saturday Youth Mentor at CJR

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPart-Time Boys Youth Mentor/ Counselor - Job #488Litchfield, CT 06759$19.81 per hourFriday and Saturday noon-10:00pmAbout the JobThe Youth Mentor/ Counselor position will provide direct care, supervise, and assist the adolescents (during school and group times), and act as a role model reinforcing the adolescent’s individualized treatment plan. In addition, the Youth Mentor will facilitate groups as appropriate and will conduct therapeutic programming under the supervision of the Clinician and Shift Supervisor.  The Youth Mentor must be sensitive to unique issues such as mental health, suicide and contraband.Maintaining constant sight and sound supervision of youths within established program expectations and guidelinesEnsure physical safety of youth and provide crisis intervention as neededFollowing established routines, schedules, and structure, like wake up and bedtimes, and transition to schoolRecording observations and maintaining records and reports, daily documentation and logsMonitoring access to and ensuring personal hygiene of youths, and maintenance/upkeep of bedroomsMonitoring and reporting healthcare needs or concerns, and ensuring compliance with daily medication regimen through support, encouragement, and self-care educationAccompanying youths between facilities, meetings, appointments and/or other activitiesEnsuring living spaces are organized, clean, safe and free from hazardsSupervise youths during mealtimesSupport and facilitate the implementation of youths’ individualized care plans and schedulesMay assist in the pre-orientation, admission, and intake processMay assist in the facilitation of groups and may lead the facilitation of psychoeducational groupsMay provide transportation to adolescents and families as programmatic needs dictateThe residential Youth Mentor is dedicated to the direct supervision of adolescent boys in a short-term transitional living program. Youth Mentors cultivate a safe, healthy, therapeutic, nurturing and caring home environment that is supportive of each participant’s individualized needs, social, emotional, and academic development.  Youth Mentors are positive role models offering support, strength-based encouragement and protection of youth in their care, advocating for youth and sharing information and updates with parents/guardians.Schedule and Rate of Pay:Friday and Saturday noon-10:00pm = 20 hours per week$19.81 per hourOvertime / Time and a half eligibleAble to pick up additional hours if you’d likeQualifications and Requirements:Minimum High school diploma or equivalent - RequiredMinimum 6 months’ experience working with at-risk or court-involved adolescents in a Direct Care setting - RequiredMust have valid driver’s license to utilize a company provided work vehicle - RequiredFull Time 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:Free daily nutritious meals 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 incentives401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company MatchCareer Growth OpportunitiesCompany Celebrations & Employee Recognition ProgramEmployee discounts (cell phone, computer)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit AllianceAbout 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.Powered by JazzHRAJCTN64tBH