Mental Health Mentor (DSP)
Open in 2 locations
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New York
2 openWestchester County, NY (opens on this page)
Part Time · Posted 3w ago
Mount Vernon, NY (opens on this page)
Part Time · Posted 1mo ago
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About the job
DESCRIPTION
Westchester
Opportunity to help people in need.
Please read all the details below as they may affect your application process:
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Mentors to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing assistance and guidance to individuals facing various challenges related to mental health. This position requires a strong understanding of behavioral health, mentoring, and effective communication skills to support clients in navigating their journeys toward improved well-being. The official name of the program is HCBS and the role is a DSP.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one support to children and teens with mental health struggles
- Encourage clients to set and achieve personal goals
- Assist clients in developing coping strategies and life skills necessary for maintaining mental wellbeing
- Implement crisis management and intervention strategies if necessary to ensure client safety
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including social workers to coordinate care
- Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions and progress in accordance with organizational policies
- Advocate for clients if needed within various systems such as healthcare, housing, and employment services
Requirements
- Strong mentoring skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to connect with diverse populations
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment while maintaining client confidentiality
- A genuine passion for helping others achieve their mental health goals
- Knowledge of mental health counseling practices and social work principles is beneficial
- Willingness to work with clients one-on-one in their homes (or at a park, library etc). Sessions do not take place in our building. Sessions will take place in the client's home or a public space.
- This role requires brief training, which will be provided
From ThrYve Teams's job posting for Westchester County, NY, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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