What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grave Shift Youth Mentor 10:30 pm-7:30 am Friday-Monday position at CHILDREN AND YOUTH SERVICES INC?
Job Title: Youth Mentor
Job Summary: To provide a safe environment for each student as they are working on personal issues through our program.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Duties/Responsibilities: Monitoring and interacting with students as they engage in their daily program activities such as school and therapy Planning and facilitating meaningful activities that involve learning life skills and providing services to others Communicating with team members and family members about each student Documenting services and progress notes Using de‐escalation techniques to help students learn to manage their emotions Assisting other team members in providing a safe and nurturing environment for each student, where acceptance and kindness are core values Aid with student’s daily hygiene activities Provide supervision over students during all meals Ensure that safety checks and protocols are being met with all students Communicating and ensuring that shift exchange is completed at the end of each shift Comply with all State and CARF training requirements that are assigned to you through your Supervisor and/or HR.
Required Skills/Abilities: Verbal and written communication skills. Compassionate and empathetic with a strong ability to establish and build trust. Excellent listening skills. Ability to remain calm and reassuring in tense situations and to de‐escalate arguments.
Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent 21 years old or older Ability to pass state/federal background check Ability to pass a drug screen and TB test
Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting, listening, and observing. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times. Regular reliable attendance. Must be able to remain alert during your assigned shift Must be able to preform work at West Ridge Academy’s main office/Campus
Job Summary: To provide a safe environment for each student as they are working on personal issues through our program.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Duties/Responsibilities: Monitoring and interacting with students as they engage in their daily program activities such as school and therapy Planning and facilitating meaningful activities that involve learning life skills and providing services to others Communicating with team members and family members about each student Documenting services and progress notes Using de‐escalation techniques to help students learn to manage their emotions Assisting other team members in providing a safe and nurturing environment for each student, where acceptance and kindness are core values Aid with student’s daily hygiene activities Provide supervision over students during all meals Ensure that safety checks and protocols are being met with all students Communicating and ensuring that shift exchange is completed at the end of each shift Comply with all State and CARF training requirements that are assigned to you through your Supervisor and/or HR.
Required Skills/Abilities: Verbal and written communication skills. Compassionate and empathetic with a strong ability to establish and build trust. Excellent listening skills. Ability to remain calm and reassuring in tense situations and to de‐escalate arguments.
Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent 21 years old or older Ability to pass state/federal background check Ability to pass a drug screen and TB test
Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting, listening, and observing. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times. Regular reliable attendance. Must be able to remain alert during your assigned shift Must be able to preform work at West Ridge Academy’s main office/Campus