Therapeutic Support Staff

TEEG; North Grosvenordale (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support agency in North Grosvenordale seeks a dedicated mentor to provide one-on-one guidance to youth referred by various organizations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for supporting diverse populations, possess strong communication skills, and be able to maintain confidentiality. This role requires flexibility in hours and travel within the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Clean record with State Police and Department of Children and Families.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly one-on-one mentoring services to youth.
• Establish and track goals for youth while providing prosocial experiences.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and agency data.

Skills

Desire to work with varying populations while supporting mission

Strong written and oral communication skills

Experience in Microsoft Office software

Respect for diverse populations

Education

High school diploma required, bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Qualifications

• Desire to work with varying populations while supporting TEEG’s mission
• High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree (or currently enrolled) in human services, social work, education, or related field preferred
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Experience in Microsoft Office software
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently with flexible hours and duties
• Clean record with State Police Bureau of Identification, Department of Children and Families and Department of Motor Vehicles
• Possesses a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of registration and motor vehicle insurance
• Respect for persons without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital/civil union status, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or socioeconomic status

Certifications

• Mandated Reporting (training to be provided)
• CPR & First Aid (training to be provided)
  

Physical/Mental Requirements & Working Conditions

• Daily working hours may vary to meet client availability and agency needs, including occasional evening and weekend requirements
• Frequent local travel in a personal or agency vehicle
• Occasional one-on-one interactions with clients who may exhibit an emotionally heightened or withdrawn state and/or with behavioral diagnoses that may require de-escalation, crisis prevention or intervention
• Frequent in person, virtual and/or telephonic oral communication and listening

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly one-on-one mentoring services to youth referred by DCF, community health partners, schools, youth diversion teams or youth service bureaus for a minimum of six months
• Establish and track goals for youth while providing prosocial experiences, educational opportunities, and creating positive community connections
• Complete and submit accurate and thorough timesheets, progress notes, and expense reports within 12 hours of mentoring session with assigned youth(s)
• Participate monthly in supervision with Youth Service Bureau Director and Consulting Clinical Psychologist to determine best approaches for successful youth outcomes
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and agency data and records
• Attend professional development opportunities as required