Therapeutic Mentor Job Locations US-AL-Sylacauga | US-AL-Talladega Posted Date 9 hours ago(9/11/2024 11:17 AM) Job ID 2024-23149 # of Openings 1 AltaPointe Site Adult & Child Outpatient Services - Sylacauga Category Bachelor Level, Behavioral Position Type Part Time Shift/Hours Monday-Friday 2:00pm-6:00pm (Flexible) Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Provides support to youth by building trusting relationshipsSupports, coaches and trains youth in age-appropriate behaviorsSupports, coaches adn trains youth to demonstrate problem-solving and conflict resolution skillsOffers support and guidance to youth as they receive servicesParticipates in one-on-one meetings or treatment team meetings to discuss ideas, difficulties, suggestions, and expectationsProvides social interaction, both individually and as a group, to develop social and recreational skills and to help participants develop insight into their mental illnessPromotes recovery-oriented skills to help achieve goals created in the treatment planConnects youth and young adults to community supports, natural supports and additional programsAssist participants in developing empowerment skills through self-advocacy and advocates on behalf of participants when neededActs as a resource and safe person for youth to approach with questions, concerns and accomplishmentsPlans and conducts peer support groups focusing on topics related to recoveryDocuments in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policyDocuments legibly and in a clear and concise mannerDocuments individualized participant responses to services providedSeeks supervision and consultation as neededAccepts and employs suggestions for improvementActively works to enhance skillsAttends and participates in staff meetings as requiredTreats participants with care, dignity and compassionRespects participant's privacy and confidentialityIs pleasant and cooperative with othersAssists participants and visitors as neededPersonal values don't inhibit abillity to relate and care for othersIs sensitive to the participant's needs, expectations and individual differencesIs gentle and calm with participants and familiesActively participates in Performance Improvement activitiesActively participates in AltaPointe committees as requiredCompletes assigned tasks in a timely mannerFollows AltaPointe policies and proceduresAttends appropriate in-service training and other workshops Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or its equivalentValid, verifiable driver's license, a good driving record, reliable transportation and verifiable vehicle liability insuranceAbility to work flexible hours incluidng evening and weekend hoursAbility to attend Department of Mental Health-approved Therapeutic Mentor training for certification