Therapeutic Mentor

FAMILY INDEPENDENCE INC; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

FAMILY INDEPENDENCE INC is looking for a Therapeutic Mentor to support youth and their families by implementing therapeutic treatment plans under clinician supervision. This position involves collaborating with agencies, advocating for emotional and mental health needs, and maintaining accurate documentation. Qualifications include an Associate's degree in Social Work or a related field, CANS certification preferred, and strong interpersonal skills. This role provides essential support in a community-based environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of child development including physical, mental, and emotional aspects.
• CANS certification preferred but can be obtained through online training.
• Bilingual candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Clinician to implement treatment goals.
• Access resources for youth’s emotional and mental health needs.
• Interact with agencies for service planning.
• Attend care planning meetings.
• Complete paperwork and data entry promptly.
• Respond to client emergencies as needed.
• Maintain contact with the site.
• Inform supervisor of case progress.
• Adhere to mandated reporting laws.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA.
• Ensure compliance with billing and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Child development knowledge

Clinical knowledge

Cultural competence

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Associates degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Job Summary

Therapeutic Mentor is a service provided by a qualified paraprofessional working under a clinician’s supervision to support the implementation of the Master level clinician’s treatment plan to assist the youth and family in achieving the goals of that plan. The paraprofessional assists the Clinician in implementing the therapeutic objectives of the treatment plan designed to address the youth’s mental health, behavioral and emotional needs. This service includes teaching the child to understand, direct, interpret, manage, and control feelings and emotional responses to situations and assisting the family in addressing the youth’s emotional and mental health needs. Telephone and consultation are provided as part of the intervention.

Supervision duties: None

Essential Functions of Position

• Work collaboratively with the assigned Clinician as a team to ensure the implementation of the goals and objectives identified in the treatment plan
• Advocate for and access resources to address the youth’s emotional and mental health needs
• Interact with agencies such as (DMH, DCF, DYS, DPH, MCI, etc...) to support services/care planning and coordination on behalf of and with the youth and parent/caregiver.
• If the youth is enrolled in Intensive Care Coordination, participate in all care planning meetings and processes.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and data entry assignments promptly.
• Respond to client emergencies as needed
• Maintain contact with the site by checking voicemail and emails daily
• Keep supervisor informed of progress on all cases
• Adhere to provisions of M.G.L Chapter 119, Section 51A (Mandated Reporter); report all occurrences immediately to the clinic.
• Adhere to clinical recommendations from clinical administration
• Maintain confidentiality in all clinical matters. Adhere to HIPAA standards and regulations.
• Remain compliant with billing, documentation, and minimum service delivery to substantiate each billable unit.

Personal Characteristics

• Ability to communicate effectively in a community-based environment
• Must be highly motivated and self-directed
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must possess knowledge of child development; including physical, mental, emotional
• Must have Clinical and Psychiatric knowledge; must have Cultural and Linguistic Competence;
• Must be computer literate; attention to detail and organizational skills are critical (Experience with Google Workspace is a plus)
• Strong analytical skills and interpersonal skills, willingness to work directly with clients and colleagues
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Social Work, Counseling Psychology, or related field. CANS certification is preferred. It may be obtained through online training. Flexible schedule. Valid Driver’s License, safe driving record, and access to a personal vehicle for transportation to the client's residence. Being bilingual is a plus.

This job description is intended only to provide general guidance. It is understood that the position may evolve over time, and that additional or different duties may be added at management’s discretion. It is the policy of Family Independence, Inc. to review and update job descriptions annually, however updates or revisions may occur within a given year as indicated.