Youth Therapeutic Mentor — Flexible Part-Time

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch; Colstrip (MT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch Colstrip is seeking a Part-Time Casual-Per Diem Therapeutic Youth Mentor. The role focuses on building resilience, life skills, and healthy coping strategies for youth in a multidisciplinary team.

You will model positive behavior, support treatment goals, and engage youth in skill-building activities within various community settings. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Criminal/child abuse background check required by state.
• Must be 21 or older and hold a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trusting, professional relationships with youth receiving mental health services.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating healthy choices and appropriate boundaries.
• Support youth in achieving treatment plan goals as outlined by therapists and the treatment team.
• Facilitate skill-building activities focused on communication, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and daily living skills.
• Accompany youth in community settings to promote socialization, independence, and positive peer interactions.
• Provide crisis support and de-escalation following YBGR protocols.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EHR.
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, families, and community partners for coordinated care.
• Contribute to PQI initiatives and model YBGR values.

Skills

Rapport with youth

Boundaries & confidentiality

Group work ability

Team collaboration

Active listening

EHR documentation

Typing 35 WPM

Ethical judgment

Motivation & adaptability

First Aid/CPR readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch Colstrip is seeking a Part-Time Casual-Per Diem Therapeutic Youth Mentor. The role focuses on building resilience, life skills, and healthy coping strategies for youth in a multidisciplinary team.

You will model positive behavior, support treatment goals, and engage youth in skill-building activities within various community settings. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.