BOTSO, Inc. Behavioral Health & Human Services Division
Self-Improvement Center Group Home for Boys
Ike Mullins, Director

BOTSO, INC. Behavioral Health & Human Services Division
A new service under the auspices of BOTSO, INC. will focus on providing quality
behavioral health services primarily in the triad area of Guilford & Forsyth Counties
but also incorporating facilities throughout North Carolina.

The director, Ike Mullins, has almost 35 years of experience in human services and
community services throughout North Carolina.  The Self-Improvement Center Group
Home, and soon to follow, The Self-Improvement Center Community Service, will
comprised of a team of local community professionals who are dedicated to serving
the behavioral health needs of the people in various communities of North Carolina.

Mental Health Reform in North Carolina has created much instability and change in
behavioral services over the last 3 years.  BOTSO BH is committed to partnering with
clients and other community resources to find solutions.

General:
BOTSO (brothers organized to save others-our sons) a mentoring program for boys
have established a group home for boys (BOTSO Self-Improvement Center) to better
serve our boys who are in need of a first class functional living environment.  

Purpose:
Clients referred to our agency to be placed in our care have some developmental
emotional stability or inappropriate behavioral patterns, and/or lack of parental
provision that have interfered with their inability to function successfully in society.  For
most of the young boys, an unstable or abusive home environment, coupled with
negative educational experiences and community influences, have plagued their
young existence.  BOTSO Self-Improvement Center’s residential treatment program is
designed to provide each client with the skills he will need to develop positive thinking
patterns, increase his decision capabilities, and replace negative impulse reactions
with appropriate alternatives.

Treatment Program:
BOTSO Self-Improvement Center’s treatment modality encompasses a Cognitive
Behavioral Interpersonal Program.  Each client’s treatment plan can include the
following components:

        Individual and Group Therapy/Medical Management
        Individual and Group Counseling
        Family Counseling/Parent Training Sessions
        Individual Skill Training
        Juvenile Sex Awareness Program addressing treatment needs of clients, i.e.,
sex education, empathy, values, victimization, thinking errors, offense cycles and
relapse prevention.
        Survivors Program addressing those boys with identifiable physical and sexual
abuse histories.
        Drug and Alcohol Program
        Intellectual advancement through individualized instruction incorporating
vocational, technical, career, and entrepreneurship education to empower our boys to
achieve socio-economic power.
        Physical development stressing cooperation and sportsmanship.  
        Emotional development geared to control impulses and anger.
        Social development increasing acceptable behavior skills.
        Spiritual development under a Christian environment teaching strong moral
convictions, respect for others, and value clarification.
        Transition and Aftercare Service

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

BOTSO Behavioral Health opening soon is seeking community support professionals
to work as Qualified Professionals, and Paraprofessionals to work in our Guilford
County High Point office. The full time position will have benefits.  There will be part
time positions available also.  We prefer candidates who experience in the community
support service field, however, we are willing to train.

Pre-Employment Requirements         All candidates should have a TB screening, and
pass criminal background checks as required.  You will be asked if you have ever had
criminal charge(s) and/or conviction(s).  You must provide proof of a clean driving
record and proof of automobile insurance.  You may be transporting clients in your
vehicle so be sure to inform your insurance company.  

BOTSO probation period is 90 days
Saving
Our
Sons
Brothers
Organized
To
Save
Others
BOTSO,Inc.
a 501-c3 non-profit organization
BOTSO, INC SELF-IMPROVEMENT CENTER

Vision Statement:

All Youth Are Treatable

Mission Statement:

BOTSO Self-Improvement Center Group Home is dedicated to providing
level II youth and their families, the opportunity to become involved in
change within an environment that embraces safety, security, and integrity,
utilizing time tested, outcome oriented interventions delivered by a highly
qualified, committed, and dedicated team