Youth Mentor & Social Services Aide

State of Missouri; Missouri; On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

State of Missouri's Division of Youth Services seeks a Social Services Aide/Community Mentor to support youth in day treatment and residential programs. You will transport youth in a state vehicle, build constructive relationships and provide guidance.

This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position requiring empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, and respectful behavior; a valid driver's license is required. Accessibility contacts are available at mocareers.mo.gov.

Qualifications

• Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration.

Responsibilities

• Transport youth (and possibly family) to school, job, doctor appointments, meetings, etc. in a state vehicle.
• Spend time with youth in developing constructive relationship, participating in recreational activities or otherwise helping to provide structure and guidance.
• Provides extra contact for youth in high risk cases.
• Monitoring clients during home visits from facility.
• Serves as an appropriate role model and support system.
• Provide tutoring or academic assistance with schoolwork or homework.
• Assist client in securing employment.
• Assist supervisor in developing employment opportunities and/or community resources for youth/families.
• Contact service providers or community resources regarding behavior and attitude of client.
• Meet with supervisor on a regular basis and report information regarding client to supervisor.
• Maintain written log of client contact for documentation purposes.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Driver's license

Job description

State of Missouri's Division of Youth Services seeks a Social Services Aide/Community Mentor to support youth in day treatment and residential programs. You will transport youth in a state vehicle, build constructive relationships and provide guidance.

This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position requiring empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, and respectful behavior; a valid driver's license is required. Accessibility contacts are available at mocareers.mo.gov.