Therapeutic Mentor

The Therapeutic Mentor provides active, hands-on peer support to parent/caregivers of children and youth receiving services in three counties. They work collaboratively to support systems change, empower and coach parents through the process with DCF, child Welfare, the courts, and other family-centered community partners.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience in providing education, outreach, and collaboration with community stakeholders is preferred
• Ability to maintain and manage confidential information
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Tolerance and respect for individual differences, opinions, and perspectives
• Ability to work independently, and exercise ethical and swift judgment during times of crisis
• Public speaking experience, excellent organizational skills, strong communication and writing skills
• Creative problem-solving skills, and ability to coordinate multiple tasks
• Must value cultural differences, work independently and/or as a member of a team, problem solve, and be genuinely interested in working with survivors of trauma

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program