Residential Mentor: Support & Growth in Safe Housing

Catholic Charities Maine; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Medical plans

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Agency 401(k) contributions

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Wellness reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Catholic Charities Maine’s Freedom House in Portland seeks Residential Mentors to support women facing homelessness and behavioral health challenges. You’ll provide direct mentorship, help residents develop life skills, and collaborate with clinical staff to implement care plans.

This role offers day, evening, and overnight shifts with both full-time and part-time opportunities, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• GED/HiSET or high school diploma is required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field is preferred.
• Certification in CPR, First Aid, or Nonviolent Crisis Intervention.
• Experience documenting shift notes and incident reports.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care principles and behavioral health best practices.
• Experience with Housing First initiatives, sober living, or related recovery support roles.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise residents in a residential setting.
• Help individuals develop practical life skills and achieve personal goals.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to implement care plans.
• Facilitate group activities promoting personal growth and well-being.
• Use crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to a team-based environment.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Maturity

Self-discipline

Good judgment

Conflict resolution

Communication

Teamwork

Education

GED/HiSET or high school diploma

Associate or bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related human services field preferred

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention

Job description

Catholic Charities Maine’s Freedom House in Portland seeks Residential Mentors to support women facing homelessness and behavioral health challenges. You’ll provide direct mentorship, help residents develop life skills, and collaborate with clinical staff to implement care plans.

This role offers day, evening, and overnight shifts with both full-time and part-time opportunities, plus comprehensive benefits.