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Direct Support Mentor

Direct Support Mentor

Pay rate: $17-18 per hr. DOE

Full-Time, On-site position: 10514 Oberrender Rd, Needville, TX 77461

Schedule: Multiple Shifts available, including part time!

Are you empathetic, patient, and committed to empowering adolescents on their journey towards sustainable mental wellness? Join us at Fulshear as a Direct Support Mentor at our residential treatment center in Needville, TX!

As a Direct Support Mentor, you will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support Women+ ages 18-28 in their journey towards improved mental health and well-being. Every day you will participate and guide individuals in experiential therapies like art, music, yoga, hiking, fitness, and a variety of other on and off campus activities. To thrive at Embark, you must have an empathetic heart and maintain personal and professional boundaries.

Fulshear is focused on creating healthy, influential and strong women+ who know how to take care of themselves, are a force for good in their own lives and the lives of others and have a positive influence over others. To accomplish this, we utilize different types of therapy, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, equine-assisted therapy, family and individual therapy, and more. Using attachment and trauma focused modalities, family systems work, life skills, and identity development; we encourage our young adults to successfully live beyond trauma and attachment wounds. Our location serves women+ 18 to 28 in person at our beautiful 34-acre ranch just outside of the Huston, TX area.

Responsibilities:

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.

What do you bring to this position?

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.

What we offer:

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