Therapeutic Mentor and Family Peer Support

Job Description

Job Description

Location:  Stone Park, IL, Melrose, IL, Bellwood, IL, Westchester, IL and surrounding areas
Work Setting: Hybrid — In-home, community-based, and telehealth sessions

At Blue Kite Wellness, we provide compassionate, relationship-centered care to children, teens, and families navigating emotional and behavioral challenges. Through a trauma-informed and family-focused approach, we help families build resilience, strengthen connections, and achieve meaningful growth.

We are seeking a dedicated Family Mentor and Support professional to join our team. If you are passionate about supporting children and families, making a positive impact in your community, and helping others navigate life's challenges, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Blue Kite Wellness?

• Meaningful Work: Make a direct difference in the lives of children and families in your community.
• Consistent Scheduling: Predictable hours and structured scheduling support work-life balance while fostering strong client relationships.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training, supervision, and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career.
• Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative, inclusive team that values compassion, diversity, and flexibility.

Become part of a team dedicated to helping families thrive while building a rewarding career with purpose.

Position Overview

As a Family Mentor and Support, you will work closely with children, their parents, and caregivers to provide direct mentorship, skill-building, and support. This position is focused on two primary functions: mentoring children and supporting families.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Tailored Lesson Plans: Create structured, individualized lesson plans for children, addressing areas such as emotional regulation, social skills, and behavioral development.
• Conduct Mentoring Sessions: Provide one-on-one mentoring to children in their home, in the community, or via telehealth, ensuring a supportive and structured environment.
• Behavioral Support: Work with children to develop coping strategies, enhance problem-solving skills, and encourage positive behavioral changes.
• Progress Monitoring: Document session details, track behavioral progress, and adjust strategies based on observed needs and challenges.
• Family Collaboration: Regularly communicate with families to ensure consistency between mentoring sessions and at-home support strategies.
• Family Support (Mornings, afternoons, and weekends as needed)
• Provide Guidance and Advocacy: Assist parents and caregivers in understanding and managing their child’s emotional and behavioral challenges, offering practical strategies and emotional support.
• Resource Navigation: Help families access relevant resources, such as mental health services, educational support, and community services.
• Crisis Intervention: Support families during crisis situations, offering guidance on stress management and emotional regulation techniques.
• Collaborate with Care Coordinators: Work closely with care coordinators and other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for the family and effective service delivery.
• Flexible Session Scheduling: Family support sessions will primarily take place in the mornings, afternoons, and occasional weekends to accommodate parents' schedules.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of all family interactions, ensuring that progress, challenges, and outcomes are documented clearly and timely.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience working with children, adolescents, or families, particularly in contexts involving behavioral or emotional challenges.
• The ability to connect with children and families, fostering trust and creating a supportive, engaging environment.
• Ability to think creatively and adjust strategies based on each child's and family's unique needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with care coordinators and other service providers to deliver comprehensive support.
• A valid driver’s license, valid auto insurance, and reliable transportation to travel to client locations.
• A minimum of a High School Diploma required.
• Candidates must be 21 years of age or older.

Schedule Requirements:

To best serve our clients, this position requires availability during both daytime and evening hours, including at least one weekend day. Schedules are developed based on client needs and business operations and may vary.

Compensation & Work Structure:

Compensation for this position includes separate rates for direct and indirect client care responsibilities. Direct client care is compensated at $30.00–$35.00 per hour. Indirect client care—including documentation, travel time, care coordination, clinical supervision, and required training—is compensated at $17.05 per hour. Mileage is reimbursed at the current IRS standard mileage rate.

Benefits:

Paid Holidays, Professional Development Stipend, Employee Referral Program, Paid Time Off, Medical and Dental Insurance.

Blue Kite Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports the unique contributions of all employees.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

Blue Kite Wellness may use AI-powered tools to support administrative and operational functions, such as drafting job postings, developing training materials, and preparing internal communications. AI tools are not used to make hiring or employment decisions. All employment decisions are made by qualified personnel in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.