The Therapeutic Mentor provides emotional and social support to individuals to improve their daily functioning and community integration. This includes facilitating mentoring sessions, collaborating on treatment plans, and providing crisis intervention.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and experience working with adults suffering from severe and persistent mental illness. Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain confidential client records are required.
high schoolCase ManagementInterpersonal CommunicationCrisis InterventionRapport BuildingClient DocumentationBehavioral ManagementTherapeutic TechniquesSocial Development Support
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
Main
Street
Building -
Leesburg,
FL 34748Position
Type:
Full
TimeEducation
Level:
High
SchoolSalary
Range: $16.72Job
Shift:
DayJob
Purpose: - Therapeutic Mentor works with individuals to improve overall functioning within their community and daily life. Therapeutic Mentors act as a positive role model while incorporating therapeutic goals established with the CAT team.
Key
Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients to support their emotional and social development. - Collaborate with clinical teams to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each client's needs. - Facilitate one-on-one and group mentoring sessions to promote positive behavioral changes and skill development. - Assist clients in identifying personal goals and implementing strategies to achieve them. - Monitor and document client progress, providing regular updates to the clinical team and family members. - Encourage and support clients in participating in community activities and programs to enhance their social skills and integration. - Provide crisis intervention and support as needed, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients. - Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical and professional standards in all interactions with clients and their families. - Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with best practices in therapeutic mentoring.
QualificationsRequired
Education: -
High
School degree/GED
Required
Experience: - Experience with adults who have severe and persistent mental illness
Required
Skills and
Abilities: - Strong understanding of therapeutic techniques and behavioral management strategies. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and their families. - Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. - Proficiency in maintaining accurate and detailed client records. - Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously. - Flexibility to adapt to changing client needs and schedules. - Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning in the field of behavioral health. LifeStream Benefits Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Short Term Disability Pension Plan 403(b) Paid Time Off (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!) Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Reimbursement Program Free Telehealth Services HRSA Loan Repayment Program And More! Important Notice As part of our hiring process and in compliance with Section 435.04, Florida Statutes, certain positions require a Level 2 background screening. Employment offers are contingent upon meeting applicable requirements. For more details on
Level 2 background screening requirements, please visit: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
