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Job description
CAT Mentor | Trenton
Location: CAT Team North - Serving the tri county (based in Trenton, FL)
Pay: $18.02/hour
Why Choose Meridian?
For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted leader in providing compassionate care to individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities from the inside out.
We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.). If these values inspire you, we invite you to join our mission-driven team.
About the Role
Meridian's growing Community Action Team (CAT) is seeking a passionate and dedicated CAT Mentor to provide hands-on support, guidance, and advocacy to youth enrolled in CAT services.
In this role, you'll make a direct impact by mentoring youth, modeling positive behaviors, and helping them build the skills needed to succeed at home, in school, and within their communities. You'll work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support individualized treatment goals using a wraparound approach.
Service Area: Primarily the Tri-County region
Bonus Perk: Agency-provided vehicle for community-based work
What You Will Do:
Provide mentoring, life skills coaching, and community-based support for youth ages 11-21
Reinforce treatment goals established by clinicians and the care team
Help youth develop coping strategies, problem-solving skills, and healthy relationships
Support families by modeling effective communication and positive engagement
Safely transport youth to appointments, activities, and community services
Maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with team members to ensure coordinated care
What We're Looking For High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred
Experience working with youth in behavioral health, social services, mentoring, or related fields
Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with diverse populations
Valid Florida driver's license and willingness to travel across multiple counties
Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
Why You'll Love Working Here Agency vehicle provided for work-related travel
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
Be part of a mission-driven organization making real impact in communities
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Make a Difference
Help bring hope and healing to the communities we serve.
Apply today and start your Meridian career
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Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Worksite address
trenton, FL, 32693, US
Who can apply
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