Overnight Residential Mentor

Optimum Performance Institute; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Long-term disability

401K with company matching

Paid parental leave

Training and development program

Holidays and PTO

Job summary

Optimum Performance Institute in Woodland Hills, CA is seeking a creative, engaging Overnight Residential Mentor to join our team. The role is on-site, Sunday through Tuesday, 8:00 pm–6:30 am, with an hourly pay of $21.00.

You will help ensure safety, comfort, and continuity for young adults, build trusting relationships, monitor well-being, complete documentation, and support morning transitions. OPI offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least two years of experience in a residential setting or mental health facility.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with residents to foster growth and independence.
• Assist residents in setting and achieving meaningful goals and monitor progress.
• Plan and lead group activities promoting wellness and engagement with therapists and other professionals.
• Provide crisis intervention and maintain detailed records in line with privacy laws.
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mental health knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Location: 21051 Warner Center Ln, STE 105 Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (On-site)

Schedule: Sunday through Tuesday 8:00 pm - 6:30 am

Hourly Pay: $21.00 Per Hour

At OPI, we see beyond diagnoses to the unique potential in each person. We're seeking a creative, engaging Residential Mentor to join our Woodland Hills team during the Overnight shift.

This overnight schedule offers what many roles can't: a calm, structured environment where your attention to detail and reliability truly shine. As our Overnight Residential Mentor, you'll play a vital role in ensuring safety, comfort, and continuity for the young adults in our care, including things like:

• Maintaining a secure and supportive environment throughout the night
• Monitoring client well‑being and responding to any needs promptly
• Completing documentation and preparing reports to support daytime staff
• Performing light housekeeping and organizational tasks to keep the residence running smoothly
• Assisting with morning transitions to set clients up for a successful day

This shift provides the opportunity to work independently, stay organized, and make a meaningful impact behind the scenes. Your diligence and calm presence will help create a safe, stable space where clients can rest and recharge.

Optimum Performance Institute is a leader in young adult behavioral health services. If you're someone who thrives on meaningful connection and wants to use your creativity to transform lives, we want to meet you!

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with residents, offering mentorship and guidance to foster personal growth, emotional regulation, and independence.
• Assist residents in setting and achieving meaningful goals while monitoring their participation in programs and activities to ensure safety and progress.
• Plan and lead group activities that promote community engagement, skill development, and wellness, collaborating with therapists and other professionals for a cohesive approach.
• Provide crisis intervention, document residents' progress and challenges, and maintain detailed records in compliance with OPI standards and privacy laws.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development to stay current on best practices in mental health care.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: At least two years in a residential setting, mental health facility, or related field.
• Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with mental health conditions.
• Requirements: Valid driver’s license, clean driving record eligible for company-paid auto insurance, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility: Availability to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

Benefits

• Enjoy a comprehensive Benefits Program, encompassing medical insurance with a generous company contribution towards a high deductible plan, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, and paid parental leave.
• Mastery Training and Development Program with a 2 year roadmap that leads to pay incentives & increases!
• Revel in the balance of Company Paid Holidays and a PTO accrual schedule.
• Become part of a team led by nationally recognized industry leaders, providing you with a framework of training, support, and long-term advancement opportunities.

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community. Embark seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who will contribute to the organization's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

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