Lead Night Mentor - Residential Youth Support

CJR; Litchfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free daily nutritious meals

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision after 30 days

Life and Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Annual incentives

Tuition Assistance

401(k) with Company Match

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Recognition Program

Employee discounts

EAP

PSLF Support

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Lead Night Residential Mentor at CJR in Litchfield, CT oversees evening and overnight care for adolescents in AMIR program. Responsibilities include supervision, direct youth support, and ensuring safe interactions while guiding fellow Youth Mentors.

Position requires 1 year+ experience with at-risk youth, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication and crisis intervention skills. 38 hours weekly with a $23.97/hour rate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent – Required
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with at-risk or court-involved adolescents – Required
• Valid driver’s license – Required
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively during emergencies
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
• Experience working with diverse populations or applying culturally responsive practices
• Demonstrated understanding of adolescent development and mental health issues
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to work scheduled shifts

Responsibilities

• Offer assistance and guidance to Youth Mentors
• Bring the boys to the basketball courts and to the pond to go fishing when time allows it
• Utilize a company provided vehicle to bring residential boys to appointments
• Ensure physical safety of youth and provide Crisis Intervention
• Conduct routine counts to make sure clients are present and safe
• Conduct routine bed checks to ensure youth are present in their beds
• Maintain a professional relationship with youth maintaining proper physical boundaries
• Complete all written reports as assigned
• Be aware and assure safety of youth with special needs (physical or emotional)
• Perform crisis watches as instructed
• Provide transportation to clients and families as needed
• Maintain Administration of Medication Certification
• Reinforce and role model youth individual needs plan

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Communication

Conflict resolution

Cultural responsiveness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Lead Night Residential Mentor at CJR in Litchfield, CT oversees evening and overnight care for adolescents in AMIR program. Responsibilities include supervision, direct youth support, and ensuring safe interactions while guiding fellow Youth Mentors.

Position requires 1 year+ experience with at-risk youth, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication and crisis intervention skills. 38 hours weekly with a $23.97/hour rate.