Youth Mentor, Adoption Preservation

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 a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.

LSSI is hiring a full time Therapeutic Mentor. Responsible for developing a professional, nurturing relationship with youth that empowers them to succeed. Also responsible for providing the youth with positive outlets for new opportunities and challenges inspiring the youth to achieve goals and dreams.

Schedule: Monday through Friday and Tuesday through Saturday 11am - 7pm (alternating weeks)

Benefits And Perks

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Salary $16-$18.20/Hourly.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!
  
  

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with youth, family, and the assigned therapist to develop creative ways to identify and participate in activities that support the youth’ 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 individual in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.
  
  

Position Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Background check clearance required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic child and adolescent development or equivalent life experience required.
• Experience communication with youth openly, without judgement preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to empathize with the cultural, psychological, and practical needs of the clients served.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Good organization, presentation, and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
• Access to reliable transportation required.
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage required.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.