Mentor in Los Angeles

Mentor

Camden Case Management is currently seeking mentors in Los Angeles. Qualified candidates will preferably have experience working in the mental health, addiction, and/or coaching fields. Some supervision hours toward licensure may be available in this role.

Mentor Description:

With Camden Case Management, the mentor is the client's primary source of support. Mentors take the lead in many aspects of client care, including daily communication, observation, and reporting. The client will spend the vast majority of face-to-face hours with their respective mentor in the client's life. The entire Camden Case Management team depends on the mentor for in-depth and timely updates. Within the chain of command, the mentor, who knows the client implicitly, will report to the case manager, their direct supervisor.

Mentor Primary Responsibilities:

• Have face-to-face weekly sessions with client wherever the client needs support
• Monitor clients to ensure safety and support
• Conduct home visits
• Assist client in medication counts and adherence
• Conduct random toxicology screens (via urine samples)
• Provide support to clients, and assist them to practice the skills they are learning in clinical treatment.
• Assist in life skills support (resume building, scheduling, budgeting, organizing, goal setting and tracking, job support, personal accountability and follow through, etc.)
• Engage in recovery-related activities with their client (exercise, meditation, grocery shopping, 12-step meetings, community development, etc.)
• Provide phone support for client
• Maintain ongoing communication with the case manager
• Document all sessions, interactions, and anything noteworthy

This is a part-time position with the potential for full-time. This multifaceted role requires someone with a unique blend of skills and experience. It is a complex position requiring the individual to be able to work independently with minimal supervision yet with a high level of communication and organization.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Familiarity with mental health treatment and services is preferred. Some trauma and addiction-informed skills are also preferred.

Open to and encouraged to pursue education in the field of mental health/counseling/addiction/coaching studies

CPR certified

Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Organized and able to prioritize tasks based on urgency/importance

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage potential issues

Maintain a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays

Experience in mental health treatment, recovery, and/or coaching, preferred

Able to remain empathetic, and professional, and communicate effectively in stressful situations or crises

Interested candidates, please respond via email with a cover letter and resume. Please include your availability.

Job Type: Part-time with potential for full-time