Therapeutic Mentor

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement match

Generous paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network, Inc. in Western Massachusetts is seeking a Therapeutic Mentor to join youth and family programs in the greater Springfield area.

You will provide structured one-on-one support to children and adolescents, reinforcing treatment goals and helping them succeed at home, school, and in the community. The role emphasizes teaching social, coping, and problem-solving skills, coaching positive behavior changes, and collaborating with clinicians, caregivers, schools, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 2 years of experience working with children.
• Knowledge of behavioral health, coping strategies, and child/adolescent development.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Comfortable with word processing, email, and documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide structured one-on-one support to children and adolescents.
• Teach social, coping, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with clinicians, caregivers, schools, and community partners as part of a team-based care model.
• Document services and progress in a clear and timely manner.
• Participate in supervision, treatment planning, and ongoing training.

Skills

Communication skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $21.50 USD to $22.50 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is the largest provider of behavioral health services in Western Massachusetts and was recognized by The Boston Globe as one of the Top 10 Employers in Massachusetts! We are also proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work. BHN is currently seeking a Therapeutic Mentor to join our youth and family programs in the greater Springfield area, helping children build skills and achieve stability in the community.

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement match

Generous paid time off and holidays

Mileage reimbursement for community-based work

Ongoing training, supervision, and professional development

Career advancement opportunities with one in three positions filled internally

Recognition as both a Certified Great Place to Work and one of Massachusetts’ Top 10 Employers

Pay: $21.50 - $22.50 per hour

What You’ll Do

As a Therapeutic Mentor, you’ll provide structured one-on-one support to children and adolescents, reinforcing treatment goals and helping them achieve success at home, in school, and in the community.

Work individually with youth to teach and model social, coping, and problem-solving skills

Provide coaching and guidance to encourage positive behavior change and personal growth

Collaborate with clinicians, caregivers, schools, and community partners as part of a team-based care model

Support youth in developing independent living skills and self-confidence

Help families navigate behavioral health systems and access resources

Document services and progress in a clear and timely manner

Participate in supervision, treatment planning, and ongoing training

Who You Are

High School Diploma, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree required

At least 2 years of experience working with children required; experience with Serious Emotional Disturbance strongly preferred

Knowledge of behavioral health, coping strategies, and child/adolescent development

Strong communication, coaching, and mentoring skills

Familiarity with community resources and child-serving systems

Interest in helping others and ability to create strategies that support goal achievement

Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and reliable vehicle required

Comfortable with word processing, email, and documentation systems

We Hire for Purpose!

Since 1938, BHN has been dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable, and culturally responsive behavioral health services across Western Massachusetts. We support our staff with the same compassion and commitment that we extend to the individuals and families we serve.

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