Mental Health Mentor (DSP)
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Westchester
Opportunity to help people in need.
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We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Mentors to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing assistance and guidance to individuals facing various challenges related to mental health. This position requires a strong understanding of behavioral health, mentoring, and effective communication skills to support clients in navigating their journeys toward improved well-being. The official name of the program is HCBS and the role is a DSP.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one support to children and teens with mental health struggles
- Encourage clients to set and achieve personal goals
- Assist clients in developing coping strategies and life skills necessary for maintaining mental wellbeing
- Implement crisis management and intervention strategies if necessary to ensure client safety
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including social workers to coordinate care
- Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions and progress in accordance with organizational policies
- Advocate for clients if needed within various systems such as healthcare, housing, and employment services
Requirements
- Strong mentoring skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to connect with diverse populations
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment while maintaining client confidentiality
- A genuine passion for helping others achieve their mental health goals
- Knowledge of mental health counseling practices and social work principles is beneficial
- Willingness to work with clients one-on-one in their homes (or at a park, library etc). Sessions do not take place in our building. Sessions will take place in the client's home or a public space.
This role requires brief training, which will be provided.