Are you ready to make a real difference?
Forget the typical 9-to-5. At Avant, we're not just filling slots; we're building a movement. We're looking for passionate, creative, and resilient individuals to join us as Overnight Mentors (4:00PM to 8:00 AM) supporting people and empowering individuals with cognitive and developmental disabilities to live their best lives. If you're driven by a deep belief in human potential and want to be part of something truly innovative, keep reading.
About Us
Avant Supported Living is a support provider agency in Missouri that's shaking things up. We're committed to creating a rich community that emphasizes collaboration, self-advocacy, ambitious goal setting, and creative independent living options. We're not about "care;" we're about empowerment.
We provide a range of services, including:
- Residential: Micro-communities where individuals thrive with the support of highly skilled host families or in their own homes with Individualized Supported Living.
- LIFE @ Avant: Day programming that breaks the mold – engaging, dynamic, and focused on personal growth.
- Supported Employment: Helping people achieve their career goals and find meaningful work.
- Remote Supports: Using enabling technology to maximize independence.
The Role
As an Overnight Mentor, you'll support, guide, and empower one or two individuals on their path to independence. You will work directly with them to help achieve their individual goals and live fulfilling lives. This isn't just a job; it's a calling. You'll be a role model, a coach, and a champion for independence.
What You'll Do
- Believe in Potential: Deeply believe in the limitless potential of every individual you work with.
- Empowerment: Foster self-determination by supporting individuals in making their own choices and shaping their lives.
- Innovate: Bring creative problem-solving to the table and be willing to explore new ways of doing things.
- Build Community: Facilitate connections, build supportive networks, and promote a sense of belonging.
- Advocate: Be a strong voice, challenge barriers, and promote inclusion.
- Grow: Commit to your own continuous learning and professional development.
- Radiate Resilience: Approach challenges with optimism, perseverance, and a focus on solutions.
What You Bring
- Passion: A genuine desire to make a positive impact in people's lives.
- Authenticity: You’re real, transparent, and value-driven.
- Creativity: You think outside the box and aren't afraid to try new things.
- Resilience: You're able to bounce back from challenges and maintain a positive outlook.
- Strong Communication Skills: You can connect with people, build trust, and collaborate effectively.
- Bonus Points: Experience in a related field, but we value heart and drive above all else.
Why Avant?
- Purpose: You'll be part of a team that's truly changing lives.
- Growth: We invest in our employees and provide opportunities for advancement.
- Culture: We're a tight-knit team that supports each other and celebrates successes.
- Innovation: Be part of a company that’s always looking for better ways to do things.
If you're ready to ditch the ordinary and join a team that's passionate about empowerment, we want to hear from you! Please complete your application through our careers page:
https://www.avantsupportedliving.com/careers/current-job-openings/
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
