New River Valley Community Services is seeking a STAR Mentor for Support &
Treatment for Adolescent Recovery! The STAR Mentor is a community-based position
that provides behavioral management support, social skills development,
supervision, crisis support, transportation and family support in individual and
group settings in the NRV. The mentor position is an evidence based position
that is grounded in the adolescent community reinforcement approach (ACRA). The
role assists with addressing substance use in the identified individual using a
person-centered and systematic approach. This approach will also address
concerns related to parenting for both biological and/or foster parents,
caregivers, as well as natural and paid supports system wide. The STAR Mentor
serves individuals between the ages of 12 to 21 who have received a referral for
treatment of Substance Use by the juvenile justice, behavioral health, school or
child welfare systems. This will be accomplished by relationship-building
between the mentor and individuals served as well as the individuals'
stakeholders.
Position is 30 Hours Full-Time
Starting Hourly Rate: $16.47-$18.94-Depending on Experience
Education Requirements:
High School Diploma required.
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Human Services,
or a related field and at least one year experience working with individuals
with intellectual disabilities, mental health and/or substance abuse
preferred.
Experience working with adults, children, and families is preferred.
Additional compensation will be considered for any new employees who speak
multiple languages.