Therapeutic Youth Mentor - Flexible Hours

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dayforce Wallet (on-demand pay)

Competitive salary

Salary $16-$18.20/hour

Advancement opportunities

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off (up to 26 days/year)

11 paid holidays

Sick time

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

Paid training

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is hiring a full-time Therapeutic Mentor to develop supportive relationships with youth and empower their goals in education and personal growth.

The position requires collaboration with youth, families, and therapists to design activities and monitor progress, with a Monday–Friday schedule and alternating 11am–7pm shifts. LSSI offers flexible pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Background check clearance required.
• Knowledge of basic child and adolescent development or equivalent life experience required.
• Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
• Experience communicating with youth openly, without judgement preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
• Access to reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with youth, family, and the assigned therapist to develop creative ways to identify and participate in activities that support the youth’s ITP.
• Assist youth with setting goals to achieve academic and personal success.
• Serve as a positive role model for the youth and build self-esteem and motivation in the youth.
• Communicate with therapist regarding children’s and/or families’ status.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individuals with dignity and respect.

Skills

Youth communication

Empathy

Microsoft Office

Organization

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is hiring a full-time Therapeutic Mentor to develop supportive relationships with youth and empower their goals in education and personal growth.

The position requires collaboration with youth, families, and therapists to design activities and monitor progress, with a Monday–Friday schedule and alternating 11am–7pm shifts. LSSI offers flexible pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.