Therapeutic Youth Mentor: Empower Kids at Home & Community

HFLW Brand; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Home for Little Wanderers in Boston seeks a Therapeutic Youth Mentor to provide structured, one-to-one support to youth in their homes and communities. You will work closely with clinical staff to address daily living, social, and communication needs, while promoting resilience and hopeful outcomes.

Responsibilities include coaching in behavior and communication, identifying resources to boost wellness, and completing required paperwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human service field from an accredited university with one year experience working with youth.
• Associate’s degree in a human services field with one year experience.
• High school diploma and minimum two years experience with youth.

Responsibilities

• Provide structured, one-to-one, strength‑based support to youth at home and in the community.
• Coach youth in age-appropriate behaviors, communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.
• Collaborate with clinical referral sources and other providers toward goals.
• Participate in supervision, staff meetings, and additional projects as needed.
• Complete agency and payer paperwork; meet weekly billing requirements if required.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual in Spanish/Haitian Creole/PT

Driver's license

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Associate’s degree in human services

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

The Home for Little Wanderers in Boston seeks a Therapeutic Youth Mentor to provide structured, one-to-one support to youth in their homes and communities. You will work closely with clinical staff to address daily living, social, and communication needs, while promoting resilience and hopeful outcomes.

Responsibilities include coaching in behavior and communication, identifying resources to boost wellness, and completing required paperwork.