Youth Mentor

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people? Hoyleton Youth and Family Services invites enthusiastic individuals to join us as Youth Mentors. We have full-time, part-time, and on-call positions available.What We OfferCompetitive wageHealth, dental, and vision coverageHealth savings account (HSA)Life insuranceEmployer-paid short-term disability403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% company matchEmployee assistance programPaid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid parental leaveLunches, employee appreciation, and annual retreatsOpportunities for continuing educationJoin us in making a positive impact!WHAT'S YOUR DAY LIKE?As a Youth Mentor, you are pivotal to our mission. You design daily therapeutic activities that foster independence under your supervisor's guidance. You mentor and teach vital life, social, and coping skills, as well as plan educational and recreational activities for fun and learning.You utilize your training in our CARE practice model and the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) system to create a safe, positive, and therapeutic environment. You get to know each resident's trauma history and triggers, learning to predict and manage crises using de-escalation techniques. Ensuring residents' physical and emotional safety, along with precise documentation, is your priority. Each day is a new adventure, and your work is deeply meaningful and rewarding!WHO ARE WE?We are a faith-based organization, founded upon the social justice heritage of the United Church of Christ. Since our founding in 1895, we have grown to be one of Southern Illinois' leaders in providing emotional and mental health services for every stage of youth and family development. Our mission is to enable all people, young and old alike, to realize the wholeness of life that God intends.Our team of professionals is energized daily because they have the opportunity to bring positive change to someone's life. In fact, "changing lives" is in everyone's job description. We also offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a positive work culture.WHAT'S NEEDED FROM A YOUTH MENTOR?We're looking for someone who can meet the following qualifications:At least 21 years oldHigh school diploma or equivalentWillingness to learn and apply the CARE practice model and TCI system principlesValid driver's license and proof of insuranceA genuine desire to be a youth mentorA bachelor's degree in human services is preferred, but not requiredApplying is quick and easy. It takes less than 3 minutes to complete the initial application. We can't wait to hear from you!Job Posted by ApplicantPro