Direct Support Mentor

Pay rate: $16.00 - $18.00 per hr

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

Multiple Shifts Available:
Sunday - Wednesday 7am - 3pm

Wednesday - Saturday 7am - 3pm

Sunday - Wednesday 3pm - 11pm

Wednesday - Saturday 3pm - 11pm



Are you empathetic, patient, and passionate about helping young women on their journey to mental wellness? Join us at Fulshear in Needville, TX, as a Direct Support Mentor!

As a mentor, you’ll work with Women+ ages 18-28, guiding them through experiential therapies such as art, music, yoga, hiking, and fitness. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team dedicated to supporting their mental health and well-being. Empathy and maintaining strong personal and professional boundaries are key to thriving in this role.

At Fulshear, we focus on building strong, confident women+ who can positively influence their own lives and others. Through therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy, equine-assisted therapy, and trauma-focused modalities, we help them heal beyond trauma and attachment wounds. Our beautiful 34-acre ranch offers a supportive environment for young women+ to grow.

As part of Embark Behavioral Health, a network of treatment centers across 15 states, we provide a wide range of services, including residential programs, outpatient care, and transitional living. We use the CASA Developmental Framework to promote healing, focusing on commitment, acceptance, security, and attunement.

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 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.

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.