Description

Youth Mentor

Part-time 

Multiple positions available

Hiring range: $15.75 - $17.17. depending upon education and experience

This posting will remain open until all positions are filled

We care about our team! At Ariel we offer an expansive benefit package:

Part-time benefits. Subject to Eligibility.

· Trailhead Clinics Membership

· Vision 

· Dental 

· Sick leave

· $50/month; $600/year with Lifestyle Spending Account

· Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Legal & ID Shield through MetLife

· Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 4% at one year anniversary

· Mileage Reimbursement

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

· Wellness Program

 · And committed to a Culture of Awesomeness!

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing a person center therapeutic relationship for behaviorally and emotionally impaired youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The primary responsibility will be to provide direct supervision to the clients and assist and teach the clients in building the skills necessary to fully participate in society. 

Ariel Clinical Services Mission

To provide safe, nurturing, and supportive environments for our clients so that they may have the opportunities to develop their strengths, maximize their potentials and fully participate in society. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1.Teach clients social, behavioral relational and daily living skills, according to their treatment/individual plans through a safe and supportive environment.

2.Review and be able to implement client specific protocols, services, and person center plans. Advocate for client needs (i.e., academics, recreational, community activities, behavioral and personal material needs).

3.Communicate regularly and effectively with supervisor, parents, guardians, case manager and all other individuals involved with the client.

4.Observe and record clients’ progress through Therap documentation and narrative reports.

5.Safely provide transportation per Ariel Transportation Policy.

6.Maintain professional boundaries while establishing a trustworthy and beneficial relationship.

7.Follow all safety procedures and agency policies.

8.Must work closely with other Ariel Clinical Service programs.

9.Attend supervision, training, community and service plan meetings as directed by supervisor.

10.Perform other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1.Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality concerning the client, their family, background information and treatment.

2.Ability to demonstrate regular attendance and work outside of traditional office hours and settings including nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary to meet the needs of the agency and individuals served.

3.Ability to role model positive coping, communication, and boundary setting with clients.

4.Knowledge of how trauma and behavior are connected and appropriate responses to the behaviors.

5.Knowledge of community resources (social, public agency, and information) to assist in clients accessing these resources.

6.Possess the skills to organize and implement planned and structured activities for individuals served to enhance skills and promote personal growth.

7.Knowledge of the foster care and adults with intellectual developmental disabilities systems.

8.Ability to be flexible, and able to change direction rapidly.

9.Ability to be a reliable team player and supportive team member.

10.Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and complete a wide variety of tasks in a timely and accurate fashion.

11.Demonstrate skills in critical thinking, conflict resolution, and creativity.

12.Knowledge of the type of work that Ariel Clinical Services provides and represent agency in a positive and professional manner. 

Education and Experience

Required:

•High school diploma or equivalent.

•Minimum age 18.

Preferred:

•One year or more of direct experience with children or adolescents

•One year or more experience with IDD population

•Two or more years of college level course work. Certifications/Licenses

Required:

•Valid Colorado Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Additional:

•QMAP – within 60 days of hire for ASA, may not provide medication to clients without this certification.

•Person Center Training and Informed Supervision, as deemed by supervisor. Supervisory Responsibilities

None Physical Demands

1.This position requires that the incumbent be capable of bending, sitting, stretching, and/or reaching regularly for periods up to 2 hours without a break.

2.This position requires that the incumbent have adequate hand and finger dexterity to properly perform the functions of the position.

3.This position requires lifting regularly up to 25 pounds, pulling, or pushing persons in wheelchairs; transferring persons weighing more than 50 pounds to and from wheelchairs must be performed with another staff member.

4.At times, physical interventions may be required.

5.This position requires the ability to see, smell, and distinguish temperature, at a level which is adequate to ensure client and staff health and safety. Adaptive devices are acceptable.

6.This position will require daily driving of up to 1 hour per day and occasionally more as needed. 

Work Environment

1.This position can and will be exposed to all environments from quiet to noisy, climate controlled to extreme outdoor heat and cold.

2.May work in the community or in family home environments.

3.Exposure to blood borne pathogens and infectious disease is possible but limited.

4.Exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible but limited. 

Required Background Checks & Documentation

1.Criminal Background Investigation (CBI)

2.Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS)

3.Federal Background Investigation (FBI) in CO > Two years

4.CBI Sex Offender Background Check

5.National Sex Offender Background Check

6.Reference check

7.Driver’s License Record

8.Office of Inspector General

9.I-9 documentation

10.Reliable Automobile with adequate, valid auto insurance