Direct Support Mentor

Pay rate: $16.00 per hour

Full-Time, On-site position in Stafford, TX

Schedule: Multiple Shifts available

Join us at OPI Houston as a Mentor in our Transitional Living Program in Stafford, TX, where you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young women+ aged 18-28.

As a Direct Support Mentor, you’ll play a key role in their journey towards independence and improved mental wellness. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you'll assist with personal care, meal preparation, medication management, and provide transportation to appointments and activities. Your compassionate support will help residents feel empowered and connected as they work toward their goals.

At OPI Houston, we’re committed to helping women+ live beyond trauma through a variety of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, equine-assisted therapy, and family systems work. By creating a safe, supportive environment, we guide young women to become strong, self-sufficient individuals with a positive influence on their own lives and the lives of others.

• Client Engagement and Support: Build meaningful, supportive relationships with clients, maintaining professional boundaries while assisting with their daily needs and activities.
• Effective Treatment Application: Review and apply treatment team strategies daily to drive client progress and ensure effective intervention.
• Crisis Management Expertise: Utilize advanced de-escalation techniques and crisis management training to support clients, ensuring a calm and safe environment.
• Attachment-Based Care: Embrace a caregiver role with empathy and intentionality, fostering attuned relationships and providing constructive feedback to support client growth.
• Campus Cleanliness and Maintenance: Contribute to a clean and welcoming environment by managing campus upkeep, supporting clients with chores, and addressing maintenance issues promptly.
• Accurate Documentation: Maintain thorough and precise documentation of client interactions and staff interventions to ensure consistent and effective care.
• Professional Standards and Compliance: Uphold company values, communicate effectively, adhere to policies, and maintain punctuality while managing time off and avoiding unauthorized overtime.

• Age: 21 years of age or older
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D required. Associates or bachelor's in human services, psychology, criminal justice, or related field is preferred.
• Skills: Quick decision-making skills and a growth mindset with a focus on Embarks core values.
• Experience: Min of 1 year of experience working with adolescent populations is preferred
• Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification preferred, will provide training 
• Background Checks: Must pass pre-employment drug screen and federal and state background check in concordance with Texas state laws.

• Become the Best of the Best: Access to an established Mastery Program that offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth.
• Proven Positive Outcomes: You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescents lives.
• Holistic Family Approach: Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
• Robust (EAP) Employee Assistance Program.
• Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, and paid parental leave.

 Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community. Embark seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who will contribute to the organization's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society. #LI-KK1 #LI-Onsite