Therapeutic Youth Mentor
About The Position
The Therapeutic Youth Mentor (TYM) helps youth build resilience, strengthen life skills, and develop healthy coping strategies. The role centers on creating positive, supportive, professional relationships and serving as a role model. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the TYM provides individualized, compassionate care and supports youth in reaching their treatment goals. The position is part-time regular and is based in Great Falls, Montana. The starting salary is $16.19–$18.22 per hour, reflecting steps 1–5 of an 11-step pay schedule; the starting rate is determined by education and relevant experience. Services may take place in homes, schools, community settings, and agency facilities. A flexible schedule may be required, including evenings or weekends.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old.
- Pass the criminal record and child abuse registry background checks required by the State of Montana.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Have a driver’s license to operate a passenger vehicle.
- Be able to build rapport and engage therapeutically with youth.
- Know professional boundaries and confidentiality practices.
- Be able to work with youth individually and in group settings.
- Use a collaborative approach to teamwork and work independently when needed.
- Have active listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Be proficient in electronic health record documentation and type at least 35 words per minute.
- Demonstrate sound judgment, ethical decision-making, and conflict resolution skills.
- Be self-motivated, dependable, adaptable, and team-oriented.
- Commit to YBGR’s values of Faith, Integrity, Relationship, and Stewardship.
- Be willing and able to obtain First Aid/CPR and Violence Intervention Prevention certifications.
- Be able to accurately observe, interpret, and respond to verbal and non-verbal client behavior.
- Be able to travel to other locations as needed; travel may involve using a personal vehicle and transporting clients.
Nice To Haves
- Microsoft Office 365 experience.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain trusting, professional relationships with youth receiving mental health services.
- Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating healthy choices, appropriate boundaries, and effective coping strategies.
- Support youth in achieving treatment plan goals established by therapists and the treatment team.
- Facilitate skill-building activities focused on communication, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and daily living skills.
- Accompany youth in community settings to promote socialization, independence, and positive peer interactions.
- Provide crisis support and de-escalation in accordance with YBGR protocols.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record in compliance with agency standards.
- Collaborate with therapists, case managers, families, and community partners to ensure coordinated care.
- Contribute to organizational goals, including Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) initiatives.
- Model YBGR’s mission, values, and professional standards in all interactions.
- Follow agency policies, safety procedures, and compliance requirements.
- Identify challenges and seek effective solutions.
- Participate in regular supervision, team meetings, and ongoing training.
- Remain aware of and responsive to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of youth and families served.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement for approved travel beyond the designated office location’s normal commute when using a personal vehicle.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
