Therapeutic Mentor​/Therapeutic Training and Support, Greenfield

Therapeutic Mentor/Therapeutic Training and Support, Greenfield

Apply for the Therapeutic Mentor/Therapeutic Training and Support role at Clinical & Support Options, Inc., based in Greenfield.

CSO is seeking a Therapeutic Mentor/Therapeutic Training and Support Specialist for our Family Support Services team. The primary mission is to provide community‑based direct care services that alleviate youth mental health issues and strengthen family structures.

Therapeutic Mentoring involves structured, one‑to‑one, strength‑based support between a therapeutic mentor and a youth. The mentor coaches the youth on daily living, social and communication skills, problem‑solving, conflict resolution, and participation in recreational and social activities. This service supports the youth’s progress in a behavioral health treatment plan and enables the mentor to supervise and discuss effective peer interaction strategies.

The Therapeutic Mentoring Provider engages the youth in community activities such as:

• Provision of anticipatory guidance
• Teaching of alternative strategies
• Role playing
• Behavioral rehearsal
• Skill acquisition in the community
• Practicing skills in the community
• Exposure to social situations for higher‑level practice
• Enhancing conflict resolution skills
• Developing communication skills
• Interventions aligned to the youth’s treatment goals, including:
• Social activities
• Recreational activities
• Athletic activities
• Artistic or creative activities
• Educational or vocational activities
• Activities of daily living in the community (e.g., using public transport, applying for a job)

Therapeutic Training and Support (TT&S) is part of the In‑Home Therapy team. A qualified paraprofessional works under clinician supervision to implement treatment plans, teaching youths to manage emotional responses and assisting families with emotional and mental health needs.

Starting Salary: $38,000‑$44,000/year

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a human services field plus two years of experience working with children
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our Core Values

• Positive – maintaining resilience and focusing on solutions
• Respectful – collaborating effectively and communicating clearly
• Insightful – demonstrating self‑awareness and effective prioritization
• Conscientious – taking accountability and applying feedback

What We Offer

Competitive salary; full health and dental coverage; free CEUs for in‑house training; ample paid time off; 403(b) retirement savings plan; employee referral bonuses; group rate supplemental insurances; a premier employee assistance program; personal cell phone plan discounts; and a flexible, supportive work environment fostering collaboration.

About Clinical & Support Options, Inc.

Clinical & Support Options, Inc. is a dynamic behavioral health organization serving Western Massachusetts for over 50 years. With offices across Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield, and beyond, we provide comprehensive support to individuals and families. Join our team of over 650 multidisciplinary staff and become part of a collaborative environment where excellence is fostered internally and partnerships are forged externally with community organizations.

Seniority level:
Entry level
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Employment type:

Full‑time
• Job function:
Health Care Provider
• Industry: Mental Health Care

EOE/AA