Lead Youth Mentor

Community Teamwork • Lowell, MA

8d • $19 - $21

About The Position

The Lead Youth Mentor plays a key role in supporting childrens growth and development in CTIs School Age Program, providing before- and after-school care in a safe, nurturing environment. In addition, this role serves as the on-site lead in the absence of the Site Manager, supporting staff, fostering teamwork, and ensuring that every child and team member can thrive in a resilient and connected community.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age, have a desire to work with youth and meet one of the following:
• Have a bachelors or associate degree and 3 months experience working with school-aged children.
• OR have a high school diploma or equivalent; and have 6 months experience including 3 months supervised experience at a school age childcare program.
• OR have nine months experience with school-age children including three months supervised experience at a school age childcare program.
• Must be able to pass background check which includes fingerprinting
• Evidence of physical exam within 1 year of hire date
• Evidence or immunity to MMR
• Participate in a minimum of 12 hours of EEC approved training
• Must be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid as required by EEC
• Must have reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish, English/Khmer English/Portuguese)

Responsibilities

• Represent as the Lead in charge when a Site Manager is not on site, maintaining site operations.
• Assist in implementing program policies and procedures including maintaining accurate attendance and other records, following Early Education and Care Regulations and USDA Guidelines.
• Responsible for working at all school age sites as assigned.
• Provide supervision and safety of children.
• Maintain a daily group list and attendance.
• Serves as a small group and individual mentor to 8 children at their assigned site, supporting each individual child's personal and academic growth by sharing experience, guidance, and encouragement.
• Recognize the child enrolled as an individual, helping children to develop as a member of the group.
• Present respectful communication and maintain standards for behavior through a positive approach.
• Assist in creating the weekly curriculum.
• To develop a relationship with the youth in the aim of providing support, guidance, friendship, positive interaction, exposure to positive activities, opportunities to learn life skills and positive problem-solving skills, to ease some of the fear, anger and sadness.
• Demonstrate good character, emotional stability, and a responsible lifestyle while in the presence of youth.
• Assist with daily activities and follow the daily curriculum plans and schedule.
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces that include setting up the daily spaces (i.e.: breaking down tables, rearranging the spaces and cleaning at the end of the day).
• Participate in case management of families involved.
• Share concerns about children and families with Site Manager.
• Maintain confidentiality of children and families.
• Broaden knowledge of the cultural and ethnic heritage of the children and families served.
• Uphold the values of CTI Equity, Integrity, Compassion.
• The duties listed above are representative of the work performed. Other related duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off - Paid Sick Leave - 12 paid holidays.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Company Paid Life Insurance Critical Illness Insurance-Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement - Career Advancement and Professional Development Opportunities
• 5% employer contribution to your 401K retirement account after 6 months of employment
• Great co-workers and a great mission with an outstanding Community Action offering a chance to help make a real difference in the lives of those we serve

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees