House Mentor

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Northampton, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The House Mentor will participate as a member of the Hampshire County Sheriff’s administrative team in the management of the Rocky Hill Re-Entry Collaborative housing facility. The appropriate candidate will provide direction and guidance on community living in a harm reduction-based environment. This is a civilian position in support of an effort to re-integrate parolees in a safe housing facility with wrap around community services. The collaborative project is a joint effort between the Hampshire Sheriff’s Office, The Office of Public Safety and The Massachusetts Parole Board to establish transitional, sober housing in a non-security setting.

Requirements

• 2-year college degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work or related field or combination of education and job or personal experience equivalent to a 2-year college degree.
• At least one-year experience working with people engaged in the Criminal Justice System.
• Commitment to working with diverse communities, underserved populations and staff within the program.
• Working understanding of harm reduction principles and practice.
• Strong knowledge of substance use disorder and behavioral health.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including experience in dealing professionally with challenging participants.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a non-traditional setting and communicate with others in a direct, clear and professional manner.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Valid Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation.
• Supports the mission and goals of the agency.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or served a sentence in a Jail or House of Correction
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee operations, scheduled maintenance and administration of the Rocky Hill Re-Entry Collaborative Building.
• Meet with residents regarding building accommodations and issues; on-sight administration and management of resident(s) issues pertaining to housing.
• Answer resident and community inquiries pertaining to program policies and services
• Gathers and prepares required reports as directed for submittal to supervisory staff.
• Maintains appropriate documentation for a sober, transitional program.
• Attends staff meetings as directed.
• Performs any other task or assignment given by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree