Lead Residential Night Mentor

CJR•Litchfield, CT

4d•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Night Mentor position will act as an extension of supervisory/leadership presence in the evening and overnight hours at the AMIR program. Lead Night Youth Mentors will provide direct care to the residents, supervise the milieu, and assure safe and appropriate interactions between staff and youth are occurring. Lead Night Youth Mentors have proven experience working with adolescents and will provide support and mentorship to fellow Youth Mentors on shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent – Required
Minimum 1 year of experience working with at-risk or court-involved adolescents – Required
Valid driver’s license – Required
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to respond calmly and effectively during emergencies
Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
Experience working with diverse populations or applying culturally responsive practices
Demonstrated understanding of adolescent development and mental health issues
Reliable transportation and flexibility to work scheduled shifts

Responsibilities

Offer assistance and guidance to Youth Mentors
Bring the boys to the basketball courts and to the pond to go fishing when time allows it
Utilize a company provided vehicle to bring residential boys to appointments
Ensure physical safety of youth and provide Crisis Intervention
Conduct routine counts to make sure clients are present and safe
Conduct routine bed checks to ensure youth are present in their beds
Maintain a professional relationship with youth maintaining proper physical boundaries
Complete all written reports as assigned
Be aware and assure safety of youth with special needs (physical or emotional)
Perform crisis watches as instructed
Provide transportation to clients and families as needed
Maintain Administration of Medication Certification
Reinforce and role model youth individual needs plan

Benefits

Free daily nutritious meals
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