CLS / Respite - Youth Mentor

Arbor-Circl; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Focus on Well Being

Employee Assistance Program

Paid sick time

Job summary

Arbor Circle in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a part-time Youth Mentor to support youth through one-on-one skill development in home and community settings. This role emphasizes trauma-informed care, empathetic engagement, and helping youth reach goals outlined in therapy.

Ideal candidates are pursuing social work or counseling degrees, value a supportive culture, and can commit to after-school, evening, and weekend hours with supervision and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Regular availability to work after school, evenings and weekends.
• Experience and/or desire to work with children and adolescents.
• Comfort working in client homes and community settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one skill development and mentoring to youth.
• Support youth in attaining therapy goals through trauma-informed, respectful interactions.

Skills

Mentoring

Trauma-informed care

Empathy

Job description

Regular Part-Time Technical Grand Rapids, MI, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2000

Salary Range: $16.00 To $21.00 Hourly

Intensive mentoring and respite position that supports youth in attaining goals outlined in therapy through one on one skill development. Services are child and family-centered, delivered in the home / community and include life and social skill development. Positive outcomes are achieved through purposeful and respectful relationships rooted in trauma informed care, hope and evidence-based research.

T he Youth Mentor position is a excellent position for those working towards Social Work or Counseling degrees as well as those who are passionate about supporting youth in our community.

W e support our employees with a robust benefits package, quality supervision, flexible scheduling, a vibrant work culture, ongoing training opportunities, and avenues for career growth.

Ideal candidates will bring a willingness to explore bias, equity issues, successes, and challenges with empathy and curiosity. .

Position Requirements

• Regular availability to work After school, evening and weekend hours
• Experience and / or desire to work with Children and Adolescent.
• Services are performed in client homes and / or community settings - comfort with working in these settings required.
• Valid drivers license, Current Auto Insurance and clean driving record
• Ability and willingness to meet regular supervision and training requirements

Learn More About Arbor Circle

• 401k with match
• Focus on Well Being:
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid sick time
• Supportive and fulfilling culture
• Equity and inclusion focused affinity and work groups

Market driven and equitable salary practices