our purpose
We pair participants with mentors who’ve “been there,” trusted professional partners (licensed therapists, career coaches, financial counselors), and fair‑chance employers.
our vision
Match the right human help at the right time across legal, mental health, employment, money, and community. Every participant has a trusted guide and a coordinated plan.
what we do
- Mentors: Normalize the process, set priorities, prep for court/reentry, keep momentum.
- Professional Partners: Deliver licensed/evidence-based care, coordinate with SCS.
- Fair-Chance Employers: Interview prepared candidates with SCS support before and after hire.
paths to help
- Become a Mentor: Weekly/biweekly 30-60-min check-ins; light notes; staff support.
- Join as a Professional Partner: Therapists/coaches accept warm referrals and coordinate care.
- Fair-Chance Employer: Share open roles, interview candidates, co-design onboarding guardrails.
ELIGIBILITY
Mentors: Lived or allied experience; calm, dependable, practical.
Clinicians/Coaches: Licensed/credentialed; trauma-informed; evidence-based.
Employers: Committed to fair-chance practices.
PROCESS (BY TRACK)
Mentor
Apply → Train → Match → Meet (weekly/biweekly) → Adjust with staff
Therapy / Career / Finance Partner
Verify readiness → Set referral flow → Coordinate
Employer
Define roles → Match candidates → Interview → Onboard
TIME & COMMITMENT
Mentors – 2-4 hrs/month per mentee
Professionals – case-by-case
Employers – as openings arise
apply to mentor or partner:
bring steady guidance - or your professional expertise - to people navigating a hard season.
Who can be a mentor?
People with lived or strong allied experience who are calm, practical, and reliable. We’ll train you.
What's the mentor time commitment?
Typically 4–8 hours weekly or biweekly, plus light coordination notes.
Do mentors get training and support?
Yes—mentor academy, scenario guides, boundaries/safety coaching, and staff back-up.
I'm a licensed clinician—how do Therapy Partners work?
Join our network: SCS covers participant sessions with approved providers and handles scheduling/billing under our agreements.
I'm a coach (career/finance). What's expected?
Provide structured, evidence-based coaching; coordinate cadence and quick notes so the plan sticks.
I'm an employer. What support do I get?
Candidate referrals, interview guidance, onboarding guardrails, and a direct line to SCS for quick problem-solving.
Can I set boundaries on availability/caseload?
Absolutely. We match to your capacity and revisit as needed.
What about conflicts of interest or dual roles?
We’ll screen for COI, maintain clear roles, and reroute matches if there’s any risk.
