What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Mentor position at Embark Behavioral Health?
Overview
Residential Mentor
Compensation: $21.25-$24/hour
Schedule: Full-time, 3 10-hour shifts per week- Wed-Fri 12:30-11pm (subject to change)
- Flexibility to schedule additional shifts to achieve 40 hours/week
- Rotating 12-hour Saturday shift approximately once/month
Opportunity for Advancement:
- Incremental raises of $0.50 and $1.00 at 6 and 12 months respectively with participation in mastery training program
Perks:
- $3.00 - $6.00 shift differential for short notice or night shift coverage
- Enjoy complimentary meals prepared by our talented chef while on duty!
Embark Behavioral Health Bend is seeking dedicated, compassionate Residential Mentors to join our exceptional team. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and have a background or interest in mental health, residential treatment, psychology, social services, direct care or support roles, QMHAs or related fields, we invite you to apply.
As a Residential Mentor, you will provide supervision, guidance and support to our preteen clients, fostering a safe and structured environment conducive to their emotional and behavioral growth. Our approach integrates experiential activities, animal interaction, academic support, and interpersonal skill-building to help youth and their families achieve holistic wellness.
About Us: Located in Bend, Oregon, our residential treatment facility caters to teens aged 10-14 struggling with behavioral health issues. Our family-style residence promotes community engagement and interpersonal development, facilitating a supportive environment for healing and growth.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety and emotional well-being of clients through consistent monitoring and documentation
- Uphold program structure by enforcing boundaries and maintaining a supportive environment
- Facilitate clear communication and documentation to ensure seamless team coordination
- Respond to client crisis by implementing de-escalation skills and training
- Provide academic assistance to students as they fulfill schooling requirements
- Support kitchen by heating/serving meals on occasion
- Participate in extracurricular activities with youth such as arts, crafts, sports, outdoor activities, etc.
- Contribute to residential upkeep, animal care, or administrative tasks as required
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 21
- Successful completion of pre-employment background check and drug screening
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current First Aid and CPR certifications
- Embrace and embody our core values of empathy, trust, service, growth, and results
- Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with clients
- Proficiency in de-escalating emotionally or behaviorally dysregulated individuals
- Effective planning, implementation, and adaptability
- Punctuality, organization, and reliability
Preferred Experience:
- 1 year of experience in a residential or direct care role with youth
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Company-matched 401K, long-term disability coverage, and paid maternal leave
- Paid Time Off plus holiday pay at time and a half
- Opportunity to positively impact adolescents and their families, fostering joy and generational healing
Embark Behavioral Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We seek individuals who will contribute to our organization's excellence, bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to our team and the communities we serve.
Salary : $21 - $24
