IPS Mentor

Under the assigned supervisor, the Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Mentor I is a part-time position responsible for providing individualized, one-to-one mentoring sessions to a child or teen who is in the custody of the Department of Children and Family Services and is receiving Intensive Placement Stabilization Services (IPS). The IPS Mentor will provide a trauma-informed approach via a structured, strength-based service for the purpose of addressing social, communication, and daily living needs.

Mentoring includes supporting, coaching, and training the youth in age-appropriate behaviors including interpersonal communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and relating appropriately to other youth and adults. In addition to supporting the child or youth’s exploration of the ARTs, Vocational experiences, identity, self-advocacy, community, and multicultural interest.

• Reports to the Child Abuse Hotline as directed by the Mandated Reporter Act.
• Reports any exposure to communicable diseases or injuries resulting from accidents while in the office or in the field.
• Will provide exceptional customer service to parents, caregivers, community partners, and other team members.
• Will be responsible for making any referrals for services for children prior to the CTS staffing.
• Coordinate planning strategies with other agencies as applicable
• Will Identify community resources for youth with the youth, teen, and or Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Counselor/Clinician.
• Will support and or complete aftercare planning and consultation with youth, and teens, referring Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Counselor/Clinician.
• Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions as required by the specific job or department.
• Provides approved transportation when deemed appropriate to facilitate involvement in services for the youth and teens.
• Submits expense vouchers, renewed driver's license, and automobile insurance coverage on the due date requested by the direct supervisor or hiring agency.
• Responsible for being reliable and flexible to the programs in terms of hours worked and submitting accurate time sheets; contacts Supervisor for any change in schedule or to approve overtime hours worked.
• This position could require client transport.
• This position will require travel to local coverage areas for client engagement opportunities, training, and advocacy in community meetings or staffing.

• Helps clients to reach goals as determined by youth, teen, Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Counselor/Clinician or IPS treatment plans.
• Advocates for youth, and teens with collaterals such as DCFS/CD, schools, etc.
• Meet weekly in person with the option of remote, as needed or requested by the Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Counselor/Clinician.
• Works cooperatively with the Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Counselor/Clinician, caregivers,
• Notifies their direct supervisor and Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Counselor/Clinician of any immediate needs, changes, or threats to the family or youth.
• Observes and submits accurate written weekly documentation on the service provided and the outcome of the activity and interaction with the youth or teen.
• Hands-on coaching and training with youth in the residential facility, school, and community.
• Will develop with the Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Counselor/Clinician and implement alternative strategies for youth and teens to learn new skills and make functional progress.
• Will support and or provide enhanced conflict resolution and communication skills for youth and teens developed by the Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) Counselor/Clinician.
• Will support the youth, and teens’ social skill acquisition through role play.
• Will work with clients on a part-time basis, 20 to 30 hours a pay period.
• Other Duties as Assigned This list of essential functions is not intended to be exhaustive.
• One Hope United reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.

• Experience: 0 to 2 years’ experience in childcare…