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, and professional relationships while 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. This is a part-time, casual, per-diem position based in community settings in Malta, Montana. The starting salary is $16.19–$18.22 per hour, reflecting steps 1–5 of an 11-step pay schedule. Starting pay is determined by the applicant’s education and relevant experience. Services may take place in homes, schools, community settings, and agency facilities. A flexible schedule may include evenings or weekends, and travel to other locations may be required. Approved travel beyond the normal commute may be reimbursed when using a personal vehicle.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Must pass criminal record and child abuse registry background checks required by the State of Montana.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Driver’s license to operate a passenger vehicle.
- Ability to build rapport and engage therapeutically with youth.
- Knowledge of professional boundaries and confidentiality practices.
- Ability to work with youth individually and in groups.
- Collaborative approach to teamwork and ability to work independently when needed.
- Strong active listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in electronic health record documentation and a minimum typing speed of 35 WPM.
- Sound judgment, ethical decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Self-motivated, dependable, adaptable, and team-oriented.
- Commitment to YBGR’s values of Faith, Integrity, Relationship, and Stewardship.
- Willingness and ability to obtain First Aid/CPR and Violence Intervention Prevention certifications.
- Ability to accurately observe, interpret, and respond to verbal and non-verbal client behavior.
- Ability 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 support coordinated care.
- Contribute to organizational goals, including Performance Quality Improvement initiatives.
- Model YBGR’s mission, values, and professional standards in all interactions.
- Follow agency policies, safety procedures, and compliance requirements.
- Identify challenges and take initiative in seeking 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
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
