Therapeutic Mentor

JSSA is looking for a passionate and dedicated Therapeutic Mentor (TM) to join our Therapeutic Mentoring program. This is a dynamic opportunity for someone who thrives in a youth-focused, community-based environment and is committed to supporting the mental health and overall well-being of children and adolescents.

Reporting directly to the Supervisor of Therapeutic Mentoring, the Therapeutic Mentor is responsible for providing one-on-one therapeutic mentoring, targeted psychoeducational support, and behavior-focused interventions to youth referred to the program. Managing a caseload of approximately 15 students in Montgomery County, MD, the TM works closely with young people and their families to identify strengths and needs, develop individualized care plans, and implement interventions grounded in a Positive Youth Development framework.

This role goes beyond traditional mentoring-it's about building trust, fostering growth, and connecting families with the resources they need to thrive. Whether it's helping a student build social-emotional skills, navigating community-based supports, or advocating for services, the TM plays a central role in each participant's journey. The position requires a strong ability to coordinate care, deliver individualized support, and document progress in alignment with professional standards.

The TM also serves as a community ambassador, working closely with local schools and community stakeholders to lead outreach initiatives that reduce mental health stigma and promote wellness. Through these partnerships, the Therapeutic Mentor helps expand the program's impact and ensures families have access to timely, relevant support.

We're looking for people who bring a mix of compassion, cultural humility, and coordination expertise. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field, and at least 2-3 years of experience working with children and families, especially those with intensive or complex needs. Familiarity with community resources in Montgomery County, Maryland is highly preferred, as is experience with electronic health records and comfort working within interdisciplinary teams. Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a collaborative and mission-driven team that values innovation, community partnership, and youth empowerment. If you're ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Starting salary: $54,000

The Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) has been helping people across the Washington metropolitan area meet emotional, social, and physical challenges for more than 120 years. A nonsectarian provider, we serve people of all religious backgrounds, races and ethnicities, helping the youngest child to the most fragile senior, from individuals to entire families. JSSA provides services and support to nearly 31,000 individuals a year through our wide range of counseling, educational, specialized employment, in-home support, hospice and nursing care, and social services. We are a growing Agency and strive to be an Employer of Choice. As such we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a healthy work-life balance, collaborative team environment and many opportunities for personal growth and professional development. We pride ourselves on our mission to be the first place for the Jewish community, as well as the community at large, to turn for clinical and social services of the highest quality that sustain and nurture all who seek assistance. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. AA/M/F/D