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Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: 1000 TWINBROOK PARKWAY - ROCKVILLE, MD 20851Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $51,000.00 - $58,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: DayJob Category: Community Support ServicesWant to make a difference? Come be a part of the amazing work EveryMind is accomplishing!

EveryMind is not just a name; it’s a catalyst for change. We believe in the inherent value and potential of every individual, every mind. With a commitment to the building blocks of mental health, we have been strengthening communities and empowering individuals since 1957. Through our direct services, advocacy, and community partnerships, we foster an ecosystem of support that cultivates thriving communities.

EveryMind is hiring a Therapeutic Mentor to join our Bridge to Wellness team in the School-Based Services department. This role supports 2-4 school communicaties across mid-montgomery county. Therapeautic Mentors will join a behavioral health team composed of Care Managers, Mental Health Therapists, fellow Therapeutic Mentors, and school partners. The Therapeutic Mentor works in tandem with teammates to provide structured one-to-one strength-based support services to children to address daily social-emotional needs. This includes supporting, coaching, and training children and youth in age-appropriate behaviors including interpersonal communication, problem-solving, social engagement, self-esteem, conflict resolution, and relating appropriately with youth and adults.

The Therapeutic Mentor develops a behavioral health treatment plan with the family and youth where possible. This plan helps to ensure the youth’s success in navigating various social situations, learning new skills, and making functional progress while the therapeutic mentor offers supervision of interactions and engages the youth in discussions about strategies for their effective use.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make an impact in the lives of children, and families across multiple school communities in mid-Montgomery County. Rather than serving a single location, you'll have the opportunity to build relationships with students, educators, and families in 2 to 4 schools, depending on community needs, allowing you to broaden your reach and experience a variety of school environments.

Why You'll Love Working at EveryMind

At EveryMind, we're not just a workplace, we're a mission-driven community committed to mental wellness for all. Here's what you can expect when you join us:

A Recognized Top Workplace in Montgomery County (Bethesda Magazine)
Over 65 Years of service as a leading mental health nonprofit
210+ Team Members across 27 locations

Culture of Trust, Integrity, and Innovation

Your Benefits Package Includes

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options

Employer-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Matching Program
47+ Days of Leave (Vacation, Sick, Wellness, Holidays, Birthday & More!)
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Monthly Group Consultation

Weekly Clinical Supervision

Flexible Schedules & Remote Work Options

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Employee Discount Program

Sensible Caseload Management

Professional Development & Growth Opportunities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recruits and retains eligible youth and families to participate in school day, after-school, and community mentoring activities.
Plans and facilitates in-person or virtual activities, coaching, training, and services when youth/adolescents are available including afternoons and evenings.
Conduct regular assessments of students’ needs, incorporating input from key stakeholders including school administration, teachers, counselors, parents, and caregivers to develop an intensive care coordination plan of services/engagement.
Plans and implements intensive care coordination with existing parent/caregiver/guardian jointly developed with Therapeutic Mentor and/or the outpatient or school-based therapist (as applicable).
Incorporates evidence-based practices and individualizes activities to support students with a variety of physical, emotional, and social needs.
Develops and implements alternative strategies to learning new skills and making functional progress for effective, relevant programming, inclusive of social skill acquisition through role play and community based activities.
Completes aftercare planning and consultation to enhance support and ongoing mentor relationship with the child/youth.
Participates in enhanced conflict resolution and communication skills training.
Identifies and coordinates a list of community and behavioral health resources for youth and their families.
Implements evaluation aspects of all program components for youth and families. Analyzes outcomes and processes evaluations and makes service adjustments accordingly.
Maintains compliance with assigned contract(s) including:

Meeting all data/productivity requirements.
Maintaining minimum caseload requirements.
Timely and thorough completion of program reporting.

Participates in regular supervision and ongoing professional development to evaluate and improve the quality of youth development services provided and ensured that services are culturally appropriate and equitable for clients.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervision to be exercised

Occasional supervision of interns and volunteers.

Supervision to be received

Reports to Manager, Program

QualificationsEducation

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, social services, or related field required.

Experience

A minimum of 1 year of relevant social emotional wellness and mentoring experience working with adolescents and families. Experience with community, school, or social services programming preferred.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills. Effective organizational community engagement, mentoring, and record keeping skills. Must be able to manage multiple tasks while working effectively as a team player. Provide excellent customer service to those seeking assistance. Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Teams, and other technology platforms.

Abilities

Effectively interact and work collaboratively in a flexible work environment with a variety of constituents including CEO, board members, volunteers, paid staff, media, and donors. Ability to express ideas with clarity, confidence, and sensitivity. Must be able to maintain confidentiality involving clients in accordance with organizational and federal guidelines.

Physical and Emotional Demands

The physical and emotional demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing this job's duties, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger dexterity, handle with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, kneel, crouch, or talk and hear. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds frequently. The job's specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Due to the nature of the content that is handled in the program, anyone who has a history of trauma or suicidality could be at risk of being triggered or re-traumatized. This is especially true for people who have experienced these issues within the past 12 months and therefore we may not recommend this work if their experience is so recent.

Clearance Requirements

The employee must pass a criminal background check. Certain job functions may require employee to pass a child sexual abuse and other criminal activity as well as a credit check. All staff providing services to staff or clients, must be free of illegal drugs and abuse of alcohol, and must be fully able to always perform all required duties.

Working Conditions

The work environment is representative of that which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must be available to perform the duties of the job during most, but not limited to core business hours (between 9-5pm, M-F), some flexibility with schedule may be available (evening and/or weekend hours). Employees will work mostly on-site but may work some hours remotely with the approval of supervisor.

Due to confidentiality and the amount of travel to client locations, the employee must possess a valid drivers license, reliable vehicle, and auto insurance.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're excited to contribute to life-changing work, apply today and become part of a team that's transforming lives through compassion, expertise, and community connection.