Youth Therapeutic Mentor — Flexible Afternoons/Evenings

Rvcc Inc; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Team collaboration

Community impact

Generous time off

Employee discounts

Health/vision/dental/pet insurance

403b match

Retention payments

Job summary

River Valley Counseling Center, Inc. is seeking a Therapeutic Mentor in Chicopee, MA to join our team. This full-time role focuses on mentoring youth, supporting treatment goals, and participating in a collaborative therapeutic environment.

The position emphasizes developing life and social skills, providing transportation to activities, and maintaining progress notes. Flexible availability is preferred, including afternoons and evenings, to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field (from an accredited university) and at least 1 year of experience working with children, adolescents, or transition-age youth.
• Associate’s degree in a human services field (from an accredited school) and at least 1 year of experience working with the target population.
• High school diploma or HiSET and at least 2 years of experience working with children, adolescents, or transition-age youth.
• Demonstrated experience using a computer and basic keyboarding skills. Highly organized, self-motivated, flexible (including schedule), and be able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring and support for youth.
• Work as part of a therapeutic team.
• Provide transportation to youths to a variety activity.
• Educate and support youth in practicing/learning the identified needs/skills (e.g. building social skills, developing impulse control, developing independent living skills).

Skills

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Team player

Computer skills

Organized / self-motivated / flexible

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field

Associate’s degree in a human services field

High school diploma or HiSET

Job description

River Valley Counseling Center, Inc. is seeking a Therapeutic Mentor in Chicopee, MA to join our team. This full-time role focuses on mentoring youth, supporting treatment goals, and participating in a collaborative therapeutic environment.

The position emphasizes developing life and social skills, providing transportation to activities, and maintaining progress notes. Flexible availability is preferred, including afternoons and evenings, to meet client needs.