Day Mentor – Residential Treatment Center

Juniper Haven | Adolescent Residential Treatment

Position: Day Mentor
Schedule: Day Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Available Shifts

We are currently hiring for the following schedules:

• Monday, Wednesday & Friday (MWF): 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday (TTHS): 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Applicants must be available to work the full scheduled shift, including the assigned weekend day where applicable.

About Juniper Haven

At Juniper Haven, we are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for adolescent girls navigating trauma, mental health challenges, and substance use concerns.

We are looking for compassionate, dependable, and motivated Day Mentors who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people.

As a Day Mentor, you will play an essential role in our residents' daily lives by providing supervision, emotional support, structure, and positive guidance. Our Mentors help create an environment where residents feel safe, respected, and encouraged as they work toward personal growth and recovery.

Key Responsibilities

Resident Care & Supervision

• Provide direct care and supervision to adolescent residents, ensuring their safety, well-being, and compliance with program expectations.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment throughout the shift.
• Build positive, professional relationships with residents while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating patience, accountability, respect, and healthy communication.

Daily Activities & Life Skills

• Assist residents with daily routines, including meals, hygiene, personal responsibilities, and scheduled activities.
• Encourage the development of independence, accountability, healthy habits, and essential life skills.
• Support residents in participating in recreational activities, therapeutic groups, and other scheduled programming.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming living environment.

Behavioral Support & Crisis Response

• Utilize trauma-informed approaches when interacting with residents and responding to challenging behaviors.
• Recognize potential safety concerns and respond appropriately using approved intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Reinforce program expectations consistently while promoting positive behavior and personal growth.
• Follow established safety procedures and promptly report concerns or incidents to appropriate leadership.

Communication & Documentation

• Accurately document resident observations, behaviors, incidents, and daily activities according to company procedures.
• Communicate important resident updates and concerns to supervisors, clinical staff, and incoming team members.
• Work collaboratively with therapists, leadership, and other staff to support residents' individualized treatment goals.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and comply with all applicable privacy requirements.

Teamwork & Professionalism

• Attend required staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.
• Follow all Juniper Haven policies, procedures, licensing requirements, and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and a team-oriented attitude.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support residents and facility operations.

Qualifications

Required:

• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and supportive during stressful or challenging situations.
• Ability to establish appropriate professional boundaries with adolescent residents.
• Dependability, good judgment, and a genuine interest in helping young people succeed.
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic documentation.
• Ability to pass all required background checks and meet applicable licensing and clearance requirements.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
• Availability to work one of the advertised schedules, including assigned Saturdays and occasional holidays or additional shifts as needed.

Preferred:

• Previous experience working with adolescents, preferably in a residential treatment center, group home, behavioral health program, or similar environment.
• Education or training in psychology, social work, behavioral health, human services, or a related field.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care, adolescent development, behavioral support, and crisis de-escalation.

Why Join Juniper Haven?

At Juniper Haven, being a Mentor is more than supervising residents. It's an opportunity to become a positive influence in the lives of young people who need consistency, encouragement, and support.

We value team members who show up with compassion, lead by example, work well with others, and understand that even small interactions can make a lasting difference.

If you are dependable, compassionate, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!

Juniper Haven is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform additional duties as assigned by their supervisor based on operational and resident needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $17