Therapeutic Mentor / Community Support Program

UHS•Lowell, MA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a combo role with our Community Support Program position. Want to make a difference in children’s lives and in the community? Become a Therapeutic Mentor with Arbour Counseling Services! Our team of Therapeutic Mentors help youth under the age of 21 with mental health or behavioral challenges to develop specific independent life skills as a part of a clinical treatment team. Our Therapeutic Mentors offer structured, one-on-one, strength-based support, modeling and training in age-appropriate behaviors, interpersonal communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and relating appropriately to other youth or adults, all while doing fun activities in the community! Services can take place in parks, basketball courts, libraries, animal shelters, museums, malls and any other place/activity that may peak the youth’s interest. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to expand their knowledge and/or pursue higher education in the field of mental health and social work. Be a part of an experienced, energetic and supportive team. Schedule is flexible depending on your availability and that of the client/family. Arbour Counseling Services, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, provides trusted quality and experience throughout our continuum of behavioral health and substance use treatment programs. Individualized care services are offered to individuals of all ages, groups, families, and couples. Arbour Counseling Services prioritizes quality and convenience for the communities we serve while providing compassionate care for all.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Services, or a related field
A valid Massachusetts driver’s license
Daily access to a working, registered and insured vehicle
Excellent in both written and verbal communications
Ability to independently plan and organize one’s own schedule and client services
Knowledge of Microsoft computer systems
Strong time management skills and organization skills
Bilingual applicants encouraged
Candidates must possess appropriate citizenship work documentation
Candidates must pass a CORI and drug test, as well as other pre-employment documentation

Nice To Haves

Optional weekends

Responsibilities

Meeting individually with youth in the community for Skill Building
Coordinate with youth’s therapist and guardian to assist in achieving treatment goals
Assist youth in building various coping, life, social, behavior and emotion management skills
Implement therapeutic interventions, from therapist treatment plan to address youth’s mental health, behavioral and emotional needs by education and practice in emotional needs by education and practice in emotional identification and management and skills coaching
Coordinate care with collateral contacts
Provide telephone coaching and support with youth as needed
Complete documentation of all meetings and collateral contacts
Attend weekly staff/department meeting and supervision

Benefits

Mileage/Toll/Parking Reimbursement
Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
Competitive compensation & generous PTO
Yearly Tuition Reimbursement
License prep, testing fee & licensing fees covered by Arbour
Free CEU’s
401(k) with 5% company match
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
Internal advancement opportunities ~ leadership & management training
Growth Opportunities
Monthly productivity bonus plan available
Employee Referral Bonus Program
24/7 Support through Internal Crisis Line
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Weekly licensure Supervision
Electronic Health Record (EHR) System
Company outings
"Perks at Work” Program offering employee discounts on travel, electronics, entertainment, home appliances, food, auto, per insurance, and more