Western Tidewater Community Service Board welcomes you to join our team! 

At WTCSB our mission is to provide a coordinated system of quality recovery-oriented care in Mental Health, Intellectual Disability, and Substance Abuse Services to the citizens of the cities of Franklin and Suffolk and the counties of Isle of Wight and Southampton. We continually strive to value staff, support diversity, and promote excellence and personal choice in the provision of consumer care. 

We are seeking PRN (as needed) Mentors for our Mental Health Outpatient and Family program in Suffolk, VA

General Responsibilities and Duties for Mentor:

• Provide therapeutic mentoring and coaching services to individuals at risk of, currently demonstrating symptoms of, or in recovery from behavioral health disorders.
• Prepare youth for meaningful competitive employment by teaching specific job support skills, i.e., computer technology and use; how to develop a resume; how to complete an employment application; and how to prepare for a successful job interview.
• Engage individuals to identify problems/issues in and as a member of a team, work to prevent crises from developing.
• Assist with group facilitation relating to Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse education and skill building.
• Assist with the provision of linkage/referrals to appropriate service providers.
• Build a support network between the individual, their family, and appropriate members of the community.
• Provide training for Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL).

Qualifications for Mentor:

• High School Diploma or GED required, preferred BA or BS degree
• One (1) year of experience working or volunteering with the youth population required.
• Computer use and knowledge of various software applications.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable DMV driving record at the time of employment and continuously, thereafter 

To Apply: 

Submit a cover letter and resume via ZipRecruiter or Indeed, or on our job board at www.wtcsb.org. ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. WTCSB is a drug, alcohol & smoke free workplace.

Visit our website, www.wtcsb.org for more information or email employment@wtcsb.org.

WTCSB is an equal opportunity employer