Behavior Mentor

Join Our Dynamic Rite of Passage Team as aBehavior Mentor at Canyon State Academy in Queen Creek, AZ, a community rooted in a rich agricultural history and known for cultivating growth both in its fields and in the lives of Youth-by fostering positive change and empowerment.  â€¯ 

Canyon State Academy is located on a scenic 180-acre campus surrounded by a Farm, Student Housing for 300 + youth, a Thrift Store, Cafe, Barbershop and Church open to the community incorporating life skills for our students. Along with a fully equipped weight room, football stadium, and athletic center (gymnasium, padded wrestling room & more), Canyon State has it all!  

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, and 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more!ROP-benefits-and-perks-2   

What You'll do

• Provides quality case management and individual life skills services as indicated by client and program needs.
• Proficient in learning and utilizing an electronic health record system.
• Documentation in all behavioral health services and/or contacts to be completed within 24 hours of the service.
• Carry a caseload of 25-35 clients and meet the minimum 27.5-hour weekly billing requirement. Part-time employees will staff with the assigned supervisor to determine the appropriate caseload and minimum weekly billing productivity requirement.
• Coordinates with the assigned therapist and or treatment team.
• Responsible for promoting resiliency and recovery with clients, utilizing their individualized treatment plans.
• Maintains clients’ clinical files according to agency contract and licensing requirements.
• Provides crisis intervention as needed. Ensures incident reports and related documentation is completed in a timely manner.
• Prepares and administers the clinical assessment and treatment plan (if a BHT or higher). Prepares individual progress notes, monthly progress reports, incident reports, meeting or staffing reports, and discharge summaries.
• Treats others with respect, confronts negative behavior and supports confrontations.
• Completes required reports and documentation in a timely manner, provides management with required reports and advises of any problematic situations.
• Complies with and implements the Rite of Passage and Rite Path Policies and Procedures as detailed in the appropriate manuals/handbooks.
• Ensures the highest standards are maintained to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct and to ensure the program remains in compliance with agency licensing and Rite of Passage and Rite Path policies and procedures.
• Assists with the correction of deficiencies and quality improvement efforts.
• Attends and participates in all required meetings.
• Commits to attending all training and staff development classes to ensure sufficient training hours annually. Notifies supervisor if annual training hours are deficient.

• Other duties as assigned, verbally or in written form to meet the needs of the program.

To be considered you should: Possess a Bachelor’s (preferred) or associate degree in a related behavioral or mental health field ~ 1 year of working in a behavioral health setting ~ Be at least 21 years of age ~ Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen (we no longer test for THC), physical, and TB test ~ Be able to pass a search of the child abuse central registry. 

*Schedule subject to change based on the need of the program*  â€¯ 

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!  

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Behavior Mentor, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.  

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