What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mentor/Foster Care Support position at The Children's Home Society of New Jersey?
Join Our Team of caring professionals supporting Foster Care Youth!
The Peer-to-Peer Counselors/Navigators (P2PN) are young adults that can harness their lived experiences in navigating foster care to engage, empower and connect with youth currently involved with the child welfare system. As compared to other professionals working with the foster care system who may lack these unique experiences and perspectives, P2PN serve as credible messengers that may be better positioned to authentically and meaningfully engage with youth experiencing a range of feelings as they enter the foster care system. The role of the credible messenger is crucial to the Peer 2 Peer Program. Credible messengers develop authentic long-term relationships with young people. They stay connected, serving as real and present guides as youth navigate the difficult path of life, and offer firsthand wisdom about challenges youth face while navigating the foster care system.
The Counselor/Navigator will concretely mentor and support young people ages 14-21 in foster care during their preparation for adulthood. Mentoring involves supporting youths in learning to build and strengthen their relationships with professionals, informal supports, school systems, and communities.
Education and Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma
Experience Required Within:
Lived experience in New Jersey Foster Care
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexibility Spending Account, Life and LTD Insurances, 403(b) plans
PTO: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Wellness, and Holidays
Salary: $41,500.00/annual = Hourly Rate: $22.80 per hour
Schedule: 35 Hours Per Week
The Children’s Home Society is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $41,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- lived in New Jersey foster care: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $41,500