Therapeutic Support Staff

Qualifications

• Desire to work with varying populations while supporting TEEG’s mission
• High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree (or currently enrolled) in human services, social work, education, or related field preferred
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Experience in Microsoft Office software
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently with flexible hours and duties
• Clean record with State Police Bureau of Identification, Department of Children and Families and Department of Motor Vehicles
• Possesses a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of registration and motor vehicle insurance
• Respect for persons without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital/civil union status, veteran status, uniformed service member status or socioeconomic status

Certifications

• Mandated Reporting (training to be provided)
• CPR & First Aid (training to be provided)

Physical/Mental Requirements & Working Conditions

• Daily working hours may vary to meet client availability and agency needs, including occasional evening and weekend requirements
• Frequent local travel in a personal or agency vehicle
• Occasional one-on-one interactions with clients who may exhibit an emotionally heightened or withdrawn state and/or with behavioral diagnoses that may require de-escalation, crisis prevention or intervention
• Frequent in person, virtual and/or telephonic oral communication and listening

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly one-on-one mentoring services to youth referred by DCF, community health partners, schools, youth diversion teams or youth service bureaus for a minimum of six months
• Establish and track goals for youth while providing prosocial experiences, educational opportunities, and creating positive community connections
• Complete and submit accurate and thorough timesheets, progress notes, and expense reports within 12 hours of mentoring session with assigned youth(s)
• Participate monthly in supervision with Youth Service Bureau Director and Consulting Clinical Psychologist to determine best approaches for successful youth outcomes
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and agency data and records
• Attend professional development opportunities as required