What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Youth Mentor/Skills Trainer position at Clarvida - Oregon?
Clarvida’s success is built on the strength of our people: individuals who bring the right skills and a deep commitment to our mission of improving lives and communities. Our employees are empowered to bring their full potential to the table, ensuring long-term success for our team and those we serve.
About your Role:
As a Youth Mentor, you will build structured and positive relationships with young people, empowering them to thrive in their daily lives. Your services will primarily be delivered in community settings, supporting youth with identified behavioral and cognitive health needs placed in ODHS foster homes. Youth mentoring is client-centered, provided at times that best support the youth, including evenings, early mornings, and occasional weekends. You will use evidence-based approaches, such as Motivational Interviewing and Collaborative Problem Solving, to help youth identify and achieve their personal goals.
Perks of this role:
- Competitive pay starting at $21.73 per hour
Does the following apply to you?
- High School Diploma or GED
- One (1) year of relevant experience (additional education and/or life experience may substitute)
- CPR/First Aid Certification (provided by the agency)
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI) Certification (provided by the agency)
- Ability to pass fingerprinting and background checks
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and auto insurance
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