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The Youth Mentor/ Counselor position will provide direct care, supervise, and assist the adolescents (during school and group times), and act as a role model reinforcing the adolescent’s individualized treatment plan. Youth Mentors are positive role models offering support, strength-based encouragement and protection of youth in their care, advocating for youth and sharing information and updates with parents/guardians.

<div style="text-align:center"><div style="text-align:left"><b>Part-Time Boys Youth Mentor/ Counselor - Job #488<br/>Litchfield, CT 06759<br/>$19.81 per hour<br/>Friday and Saturday noon-10:00pm<br/><br/><u>About the Job</u></b><br/>The Youth Mentor/ Counselor position will provide direct care, supervise, and assist the adolescents (during school and group times), and act as a role model reinforcing the adolescent’s individualized treatment plan. In addition, the Youth Mentor will facilitate groups as appropriate and will conduct therapeutic programming under the supervision of the Clinician and Shift Supervisor.  The Youth Mentor must be sensitive to unique issues such as mental health, suicide and contraband.<ul><li>Maintaining constant sight and sound supervision of youths within established program expectations and guidelines</li><li>Ensure physical safety of youth and provide crisis intervention as needed</li><li>Following established routines, schedules, and structure, like wake up and bedtimes, and transition to school</li><li>Recording observations and maintaining records and reports, daily documentation and logs</li><li>Monitoring access to and ensuring personal hygiene of youths, and maintenance/upkeep of bedrooms</li><li>Monitoring and reporting healthcare needs or concerns, and ensuring compliance with daily medication regimen through support, encouragement, and self-care education</li><li>Accompanying youths between facilities, meetings, appointments and/or other activities</li><li>Ensuring living spaces are organized, clean, safe and free from hazards</li><li>Supervise youths during mealtimes</li><li>Support and facilitate the implementation of youths’ individualized care plans and schedules</li><li>May assist in the pre-orientation, admission, and intake process</li><li>May assist in the facilitation of groups and may lead the facilitation of psychoeducational groups</li><li>May provide transportation to adolescents and families as programmatic needs dictate</li></ul>The residential <i>Youth Mentor </i>is dedicated to the direct supervision of adolescent boys in a short-term transitional living program. Youth Mentors cultivate a safe, healthy, therapeutic, nurturing and caring home environment that is supportive of each participant’s individualized needs, social, emotional, and academic development.  Youth Mentors are positive role models offering support, strength-based encouragement and protection of youth in their care, advocating for youth and sharing information and updates with parents/guardians.<br/><br/><br/><b><u>Schedule and Rate of Pay:</u></b></div><ul><li style="margin-left:8px;text-align:left">Friday and Saturday noon-10:00pm = 20 hours per week</li><li style="margin-left:8px;text-align:left">$19.81 per hour</li><li style="margin-left:8px;text-align:left">Overtime / Time and a half eligible</li><li style="margin-left:8px;text-align:left">Able to pick up additional hours if you’d like</li></ul><div style="text-align:left"><br/><b><u>Qualifications and Requirements:</u></b></div><ul><li style="text-align:left">Minimum High school diploma or equivalent - <b>Required</b></li><li style="text-align:left">Minimum 6 months’ experience working with at-risk or court-involved adolescents in a Direct Care setting - <b>Required</b></li><li style="text-align:left">Must have valid driver’s license to utilize a company provided work vehicle - <b>Required</b></li></ul><div style="text-align:left"><br/><b><u>Full Time Benefits:</u></b><br/>At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, full-time employees will enjoy the following benefits:<ul><li>Free daily nutritious meals </li><li>Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)</li><li>Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)</li><li>Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)</li><li>Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)</li><li>Annual monetary incentives</li><li>401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match</li><li>Career Growth Opportunities</li><li>Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program</li><li>Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid</li><li>10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance</li></ul><br/><u><b>About CJR:</b></u><br/>A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence!<br/> <div style="text-align:center"><i>CJR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity.</i></div></div></div><p>Powered by JazzHR</p>

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What You’ll Do:As a Learning Mentor, you’ll provide hands-on educational support and life skills coaching to students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school into adulthood. Now, we’re looking for passionate, patient, and positive educators to join our team as Special Education Mentors / Learning Specialists.

<div><strong>Special Education Mentor / Teacher — URGENT NEED</strong></div><div><strong>Location:</strong> Hartford, CT Area<br/><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday–Friday, 1st shift hours (school schedule)<br/><strong>Pay:</strong> $19+/hour (based on education and experience)<br/><strong>Organization:</strong> Project Genesis<br/><br/></div><div><strong>About Us:</strong></div><div>At <strong>Project Genesis</strong>, we believe <em>everyone</em> deserves the chance to live a fulfilling, independent life. We’re a nonprofit organization on a mission to empower individuals with disabilities to learn, grow, and shine in their communities.<br/><br/></div><div>Now, we’re looking for passionate, patient, and positive educators to join our team as <strong>Special Education Mentors / Learning Specialists</strong>. If you love working 1:1 with students and seeing real progress happen every day—this is the role for you!<br/><br/></div><div><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></div><div>As a <strong>Learning Mentor</strong>, you’ll provide hands-on educational support and life skills coaching to students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school into adulthood. Every day brings something new and meaningful!<br/><br/></div><div><strong>You’ll:</strong></div><ul><li>Provide individualized instruction in community-based settings.</li><li>Teach real-world skills like job readiness, communication, and independence.</li><li>Support students in navigating academics and life goals.</li><li>Track student progress and maintain IEP portfolios.</li><li>Apply effective behavior management and positive support strategies.</li><li>Travel locally (within 30 miles) to meet students where they are.</li></ul><div><br/></div><div><strong>What You Bring:</strong></div><ul><li>A <strong>high school diploma or equivalent</strong> (college coursework in education or human services is a plus!).</li><li><strong>1+ year</strong> of experience in education, special education, or human services.</li><li>An understanding of <strong>IDEA</strong> (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and related topics.</li><li><strong>Reliable transportation</strong>, a <strong>valid driver’s license</strong>, <strong>auto insurance</strong>, and a <strong>clean driving record (3+ years).</strong></li><li>Ability to obtain a <strong>Public Passenger Endorsement “A”</strong> from the DMV upon hire.</li><li>Willingness to pass pre-employment and random <strong>10-panel drug testing.</strong></li><li>Ability to travel locally within a 30-mile radius.</li><li><strong>Bilingual (English/Spanish)</strong> skills are a big plus!<br/><br/></li></ul><div><strong>Why You’ll Love Working Here:</strong></div><ul><li>Be part of a <strong>mission-driven nonprofit</strong> that truly changes lives.</li><li>Enjoy a <strong>flexible, school-day schedule</strong>—perfect for work-life balance.</li><li>Gain <strong>hands-on experience</strong> in special education and transition services.</li><li>Work with a supportive, compassionate team who values your voice.</li><li><strong>Retirees and veterans</strong> are <em>especially encouraged</em> to apply!<br/><br/></li></ul><div><strong>Ready to Make a Difference?<br/></strong><br/></div><div>If you’re ready to inspire, empower, and help students discover their independence, we’d love to meet you.<br/><br/></div><div><strong>Apply now for immediate consideration</strong> and start making an impact today!</div>

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<div><strong>Special Education Mentor / Teacher — URGENT NEED</strong></div><div><strong>Location:</strong> East Haddam/East Hampton Area<br/><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday–Friday, 1st shift hours (school schedule)<br/><strong>Pay:</strong> $21/hour (based on education and experience)<br/><strong>Organization:</strong> Project Genesis<br/><br/></div><div><strong>About Us:</strong></div><div>At <strong>Project Genesis</strong>, we believe <em>everyone</em> deserves the chance to live a fulfilling, independent life. We’re a nonprofit organization on a mission to empower individuals with disabilities to learn, grow, and shine in their communities.<br/><br/></div><div>Now, we’re looking for passionate, patient, and positive educators to join our team as <strong>Special Education Mentors / Learning Specialists</strong>. If you love working 1:1 with students and seeing real progress happen every day—this is the role for you!<br/><br/></div><div><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></div><div>As a <strong>Learning Mentor</strong>, you’ll provide hands-on educational support and life skills coaching to students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school into adulthood. Every day brings something new and meaningful!<br/><br/></div><div><strong>You’ll:</strong></div><ul><li>Provide individualized instruction in community-based settings.</li><li>Teach real-world skills like job readiness, communication, and independence.</li><li>Support students in navigating academics and life goals.</li><li>Track student progress and maintain IEP portfolios.</li><li>Apply effective behavior management and positive support strategies.</li><li>Travel locally (within 30 miles) to meet students where they are.</li></ul><div><br/></div><div><strong>What You Bring:</strong></div><ul><li>A <strong>high school diploma or equivalent</strong> (college coursework in education or human services is a plus!).</li><li><strong>1+ year</strong> of experience in education, special education, or human services.</li><li>An understanding of <strong>IDEA</strong> (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and related topics.</li><li><strong>Reliable transportation</strong>, a <strong>valid driver’s license</strong>, <strong>auto insurance</strong>, and a <strong>clean driving record (3+ years).</strong></li><li>Ability to obtain a <strong>Public Passenger Endorsement “A”</strong> from the DMV upon hire (Company re-imburses).</li><li>Willingness to pass pre-employment and random <strong>10-panel drug testing.</strong></li><li>Ability to travel locally within a 30-mile radius.</li><li><strong>Bilingual (English/Spanish)</strong> skills are a big plus!<br/><br/></li></ul><div><strong>Why You’ll Love Working Here:</strong></div><ul><li>Be part of a <strong>mission-driven nonprofit</strong> that truly changes lives.</li><li>Enjoy a <strong>flexible, school-day schedule</strong>—perfect for work-life balance.</li><li>Gain <strong>hands-on experience</strong> in special education and transition services.</li><li>Work with a supportive, compassionate team who values your voice.</li><li><strong>Retirees and veterans</strong> are <em>especially encouraged</em> to apply!<br/><br/></li></ul><div><strong>Ready to Make a Difference?<br/></strong><br/></div><div>If you’re ready to inspire, empower, and help students discover their independence, we’d love to meet you.<br/><br/></div><div><strong>Apply now for immediate consideration</strong> and start making an impact today!</div>

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