Therapeutic Youth Mentor

Youth Dynamics of Montana; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

YBGR in Montana seeks a Therapeutic Youth Mentor to support youth in building resilience, life skills, and healthy coping strategies. You will model positive behaviors and work as part of a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized care plans.

Starting wages range from $16.19 to $18.22 per hour, depending on education and experience, with growth steps on an 11-step schedule. Evening/weekend flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Clear criminal record and child abuse registry background check as required by Montana.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Driver’s license to operate a passenger vehicle.
• Ability to build rapport and engage therapeutically with youth.
• Knowledge of confidentiality practices and professional boundaries.
• Ability to work with youth individually and in groups.
• Teamwork with ability to work independently when needed.
• Excellent active listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in documentation in an electronic health record; 35 WPM typing.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trusting, professional relationships with youth receiving mental health services.
• Demonstrate healthy choices, boundaries, and coping strategies as a positive role model.
• Support youth in achieving treatment plan goals as outlined by therapists.
• Facilitate skill-building activities in communication, problem-solving, and daily living skills.
• Accompany youth in community settings to promote socialization and independence.
• Provide crisis support and de-escalation per YBGR protocols.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EHR.
• Collaborate with therapists, families, and community partners for coordinated care.
• Contribute to PQI initiatives and organizational goals.
• Model YBGR’s values and professional standards in all interactions.
• Adhere to policies, safety procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Take initiative to identify challenges and seek solutions.
• Participate in supervision, meetings, and ongoing training.
• Be aware of cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of youth served.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Rapport-building

Boundaries

Youth engagement

Active listening

Documentation

Judgment

Self-motivation

Values alignment

First Aid/CPR

VIP training

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

YBGR, WHERE YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

We have employees providing services to youth throughout Montana, working to change the trajectory of children's livesand havinga positive impact.

We are a family of YBGR staff providing services to youth throughout Montana, working to change the trajectory of children’s lives – to help them heal and recover!

Overview

The Therapeutic Youth Mentor (TYM) plays a vital role in helping youth build resilience, strengthen life skills, and develop healthy coping strategies. This position is centered on creating positive, supportive, and professional relationships while serving as a role model. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the TYM ensures individualized, compassionate care and supports each youth in reaching their treatment goals.

Starting Salary Range: $16.19 - $18.22 per hour. Salary reflects steps 1-5 of an 11-step pay schedule. The starting salary will be determined based on the applicant’s education and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trusting, professional relationships with youth receiving mental health services.


• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating healthy choices, appropriate boundaries, and effective coping strategies.


• Support youth in achieving treatment plan goals as outlined by therapists and the treatment team.


• Facilitate engaging skill-building activities focused on communication, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and daily living skills.


• Accompany youth in community settings to promote socialization, independence, and positive peer interactions.


• Provide crisis support and de-escalation when needed, following YBGR protocols.


• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), in compliance with agency standards.


• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, families, and community partners to ensure coordinated care.


• Actively contribute to organizational goals, including Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) initiatives.


• Model YBGR’s mission, values, and professional standards in all interactions.


• Adhere to agency policies, safety procedures, and compliance requirements.


• Take initiative in identifying challenges and seeking effective solutions.


• Participate in regular supervision, team meetings, and ongoing training.


• Remain aware of and responsive to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the youth and families served.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 21 years old or older


• Criminal / Child Abuse Clearance:Must pass criminal record and child abuse registry background check as required by the State of Montana.


• High School Diploma or GED


• Driver’s license to operate passenger vehicle

Required Abilities/Skills

• Strong ability to build rapport and engage therapeutically with youth.


• Knowledge of professional boundaries and confidentiality practices.


• Ability to work with youth both individually and in group settings.


• Collaborative approach to teamwork with the ability to work independently when needed.


• Excellent active listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Proficiency in completing documentation in an electronic health record; minimum typing speed of 35 WPM (Microsoft Office 365 experience preferred).


• Sound judgment, ethical decision-making, and conflict resolution skills.


• Self-motivated, dependable, and adaptable with a team-oriented mindset.


• Commitment to YBGR’s values:Faith, Integrity, Relationship, and Stewardship.

• Willingness and ability to obtain certification in First Aid/CPR and Violence Intervention Prevention.

Physical/Environmental Demands & Requirements:

• Services may be delivered in homes, schools, community settings, and agency facilities.


• Flexible schedule may be required, including evenings or weekends.


• Moderate physical activity may be involved, including recreation with youth.


• Rare involvement in the physical restraint of youth (50–300 lbs) when safety is at risk.


• Must be able to accurately observe, interpret, and respond to verbal and non-verbal client behavior.


• Exposure to high-stress situations during crisis intervention.


• Travel to other locations may be required as needed to meet with employees, clients, families, and other stakeholders. This may involve the use of a personal vehicle and may include transporting clients. For approved travel beyond the designated office location normal commute, mileage reimbursement will be provided if using a personal vehicle.