Youth Counselor/ Mentor - Full-Time

ABOUT THIS POSITION:
The Residential Youth Mentor/Counselor position will provide direct care, supervise, and assist the adolescents (during school and group times), and act as a role model reinforcing the adolescent’s individualized treatment plan. In addition, the Youth Mentor will facilitate groups as appropriate and will conduct therapeutic programming under the supervision of the Rehabilitation Therapist. The Youth Mentor must be sensitive to unique issues such as mental health, suicide and contraband.

• Ensure physical safety of youth and provide Crisis Intervention
• Routine counts to make sure clients are present and safe
• Routine bed checks to ensure youth are present in their beds
• Maintain a professional relationship with youth maintaining proper physical boundaries
• Plan and lead organized daily activities and facilitate groups
• Conduct therapeutic programing
• Interpret program to youth and family
• Complete all written reports as assigned
• Be aware and assure safety of youth with special needs physical or emotional
• Provide transportation to clients and families as needed with a company provided vehicle

AVAILABLE SCHEDULES:
1) Job 26 - Wednesday-Saturday 9:00pm-7:00am - $22.60 per hour
2) Job 30 - Wednesday-Saturday 2:00pm-12:00am - $22.60 per hour
3) Job 31 - Sunday-Wednesday 9:00pm-7:00pm - $22.60 per hour

• Each position is paid hourly
• Eligible for time and a half/ overtime

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED – required
• 1 year minimum of Experience Directly Working with System-Involved Youth - required
• Valid driver’s license - required

FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, full-time employees will enjoy the following benefits:

• Company provided vehicle used during work hours
• Low-cost Medical Insurance Plan option
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance offered after 30 days of employment
• Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)
• Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)
• Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)
• Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)
• Annual monetary incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program
• Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid
• 10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance

About CJR:
A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence!