Group Mentoring Manager

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF EASTERN MISSOURI•Cape Girardeau, MO

4d•$44,000 - $46,000•Onsite

About The Position

The primary goal of this position is to ensure children, youth, and young adults served in our ABCToday Schools program enjoy the full benefits of our Roadmap - Theory of Change Framework.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred
Minimum 4 years related experience, or a combination of education and experience required
Knowledge of K-12 school and resource landscape
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
Strong planning and organization skills
Excellent communication skills, including writing and proof-reading skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and work with a variety of staff
Ability to work with a variety of staff, caregivers, volunteers, youth, and external partners
Excellent interpersonal skills
Technology/computer skills. Proficiency in MS Office Suite (specifically Word, Excel, Outlook & Teams); Zoom and/or working knowledge of other voice over internet phone systems.
Flexible work hours to meet the needs of schools, team members and community leaders/organizations including nights and weekends.
Must have a car, valid driver's license, and meet state required automobile insurance minimums.

Responsibilities

Organize Group Mentoring Program: Enroll students and families into Group Mentoring program with a goal of twenty active youth Ensure weekly check-ins occur between assigned mentors and mentees Lead and organize group mentoring meetings, experiences, and activities in partnership with mentors Work with community champions and school district to plan activities and experiences for youth following the BBBSEMO Theory of Change. Document challenges and successes for youth in Matchforce at least once monthly for each mentee, including utilization of the Achievement Tracker developed in partnership with each mentee Develop and implement plans for parent engagement, including monthly check-ins with parents and home visits, when parents have not been reached by documented attempts. (at least three (3) phone calls, text messages, formal letters).
Partner with School: Collaborate with school principal and representatives to identify and recruit youth and families into the program Work primarily from the school (a minimum of four (4) days per week during school year) and be accessible to students and families, including scheduled weekend hours Communicate and coordinate with school staff to provide resources to students and families Participate in the ABCToday Network (if applicable)
Coordinate paid and volunteer mentors: Recruit and enroll community-based volunteers into group mentoring program Collaborate with paid mentors and ensure they have appropriate supports and training Provide regular updates to mentors and communicate all upcoming activities, experiences, and group meetings so that mentors can fully participate.
Support the development of the ABCToday Group Mentoring structure by: Collaborate with other departments within agency to support group mentoring i.e., enrollment, recruitment, and marketing/communications Develop documentation and processes for supporting group mentoring and individual students Create semester and yearly plans for the group outlining goals and activities planned Participate in the development of new outcome reports, specifically focused on the identified cohort
Other Duties as assigned.

Benefits

401(k)-3% match per year following first year of employment.
.625 cents reimbursement on business miles and 100% of out-of-office parking for business meetings, etc.
Immediate and 100% coverage on health and dental insurance.
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance following the first ninety days of employment.
100% employer paid daily parking in covered garage.
After 90 days, staff will receive 5 days of paid vacation and 10 days of paid vacation after one year of service.
Accrue One (1) day per month of sick leave (can also be used for family illnesses)-can carry up to 30 days of sick leave.
Two (2) personal days per year following the first ninety days of employment.
Annual raises based on performance, culture, and agency's ability.
Eleven (11) paid holidays.