Part-Time Youth Care Mentor (Trauma-Informed)

One Hope United; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance up to $2,500 per yr

Up to 4 weeks paid Vacation Days

Up to 6 paid Personal Days

Up to 5 paid Sick Days

Medical, dental, vision

403(b) retirement

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings account

Short-term disability

Agency-paid life insurance up to $50,

Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance

Voluntary Legal Plans

Agency-paid long-term disability

Career ladders, professional dev.

Free supervision hours (LCSW/LCPC)

Job summary

One Hope United in Rockford, IL seeks a Part-Time Youth Care Worker to support youth in a therapeutic residential setting. You will supervise youth, model positive behavior, and help youth develop life skills under a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach.

You will implement treatment goals, maintain safety, and collaborate with clinicians, case managers, educators, and support staff. A high school diploma or GED and 21+ are required; training including TCI is provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work with youth with behavioral, emotional, or mental health challenges.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to youth in accordance with OHU and DCF policies.
• Maintain a therapeutic environment using a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach in all interactions.
• Teach, model, and participate in daily living activities, social skill development, emotional regulation, recreation, and independent living skills.
• Implement youth treatment goals as outlined in Individual Treatment Plans and the OHU Residential Program Plan.
• Maintain certification and competency in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and other approved behavior-management strategies.
• Follow program schedules, behavioral expectations, and treatment interventions designed to support youth success.
• Serve as a positive role model and provide guidance, structure, and encouragement.
• Collaborate with colleagues and treatment team members to provide high-quality care and achieve positive outcomes.
• Protect client privacy and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Flexibility

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic records

Job description

One Hope United in Rockford, IL seeks a Part-Time Youth Care Worker to support youth in a therapeutic residential setting. You will supervise youth, model positive behavior, and help youth develop life skills under a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach.

You will implement treatment goals, maintain safety, and collaborate with clinicians, case managers, educators, and support staff. A high school diploma or GED and 21+ are required; training including TCI is provided.