Youth Support Partner

Description

Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has since expanded to operate across the Carolinas, Florida, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Thompson's continuum of care includes prevention, mental health services, and foster care, all of which are trauma-informed and evidence-based/evidence-informed.

What will you do as a Youth Support Partner?

As a Youth Support Partner in the Wrap Around -Charlotte department, you will provide education and assistance in navigating the child-serving systems (child welfare, education, behavioral/mental health, juvenile justice, school, primary care, etc.). You will also support others working with the youth to understand youth culture, assist the youth to understand and express their needs, goals, and decisions, role model effective behavior, and demonstrate positive social skills.

A typical day as a Youth Support Partner will include providing 9-12 months of mentorship to 14-21 youth in the school, home, and community setting for 90 minutes max weekly in person or virtual, building relationships with youth in the community.

What does this position offer?

• Fantastic full-time benefits including 3 weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10 paid holidays!
• Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance options
• 401K Match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus
• Clinical Supervision Reimbursement of $60 for eligible candidates obtaining licensure
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service
• Eligibility to apply for the state loan repayment program that repays up to $50,000 of student loans
• Paid time off for volunteering in the community
• Free EAP services
• Mileage Reimbursement
• iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles
• Multiple opportunities for growth

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications/Requirements: High school diploma/GED or Associate degree in the Human Services field
• 1 year of experience working with the target population
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and meet any credentialing, licensing, and privileging standards as it pertains to the department you are in.

Qualifications

• All potential job candidates must pass a drug screening test, and an extensive background check is required.

Schedule

Your schedule will be non-traditional, but typically around 9 am-5 pm, excluding weekends and on-call.

Benefits

• Starting Pay Range: $17.42-$19.47