Lead Youth Mentor - Boys Academy

Lead Youth Mentor:

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of neurodiverse youth? Maple Lake Academy is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to step into a Lead Mentor role supporting teenage boys with Autism in a structured, supportive, and growth-focused school and community environment. In this role, you'll:
✔️ Provide classroom support during school hours. Provide structured support during non-school hours
✔️ Build meaningful connections with students
✔️ Collaborate with a strong, caring team
✔️ Help guide students in their academic and personal development with life skills and social skills The work we do is rewarding and challenging—it's an opportunity to mentor, model, and make a real impact. We offer flexible shifts or set shifts and a chance to be part of a team that values progress, connection, and individualized growth. Whether you're looking to gain experience in education, psychology, or social work—or simply want to be part of something meaningful—we’d love to meet you.  

Employment Type:

Part Time

Experience:
Mid-level

Compensation: 
17.00-18.00/hr  based on experience and level of education
 

***Great for those looking for experience in related field of study for Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, Counseling***

The Lead Mentor 
The Lead Mentor assists and supports the Shift Manager on shift in diverse tasks and responsibilities ensuring the continual improvement of the residential program. The Lead Mentor leads by example, is approachable and can foster trust from and in other staff members. The Lead Mentor drives and respects accountability, is someone who communicates regularly, debriefs situations with their people and checks in with them to provide support and training. The Lead Mentor focuses on self-development and learning and on the developments of their people. The Lead Mentor is organized, supportive of the Shift Manager and is willing to make decisions independently and as a team. This position reports to the Shift Manager. 

Benefits and Perks

Immersive experience working with teens in the autism spectrum 

Hands-on experience in related field of study for Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, Counseling

Internship credit

Full training provided in-house

A very collaborative team between all departments, including Therapists, Teachers and other Administrative Staff

Close teamwork among all staff

A positive and supportive working environment

Flexible schedule - Great work-life balance

Competitive pay (TBD after completing all Critical Trainings - Medication Administration & Food Handler's Permit)  

Opportunities for growth inside our organization 

Schedule

Shifts available:

TTS PM 2:45pm - 11:00pm/every other Sunday OR MWF 2:45pm-11:00pm/every other Sunday

Part-Time position.

Opportunity for advancement to Full-Time work.

Qualifications and Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required

6+ months as a Mentor at Maple Lake Academy or similar program preferred

21 years or older (to be able to drive company vehicles), or turning 21 within the next few months

Acceptable Driving Record

Ability to pass a criminal background check upon accepting an offer

An ATTACHMENT Approach
Everything we do is through the lens of attachment theory. As a member of the MLA team, you'll get great training in attachment styles, and how to best help teens in our program to build healthy relationships with themselves, their peers, and caregivers. Additionally, we focus on helping students identify the core issues behind their behaviors and thoughts, and then how to address those core needs. We seek to create a safe environment for students and employees to learn, grow, develop, explore, make mistakes, and build lasting impactful relationships with those around them.

Open until: Filled
Position Starts: available immediately