Mentor
About The Position
The Queens Community Justice Center, launched in 2007, runs a diverse portfolio of programs for justice-involved youth, young adults and their families. Programming includes alternative-to-detention programs and leadership, clinical, mentorship, workforce development, gender responsive and family support initiatives. The Justice Center incorporates evidence-based methods for working with high-risk youth, including positive youth development and restorative justice principles, into its programming. Ultimately, the goal of the Justice Center is to provide off-ramps from the justice system, to help participants lead a more meaningful life, and to increase public safety. The Queens Community Justice Center is seeking a Mentor for its Plus+ Mentoring program. Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the Mentor will provide one on one support as well as be responsible for facilitating evidence-based group sessions using the Power Source curriculum for participants in the Department of Probation funded Plus+ Mentoring program. Plus+ Mentoring is a transformative mentoring services program for young people on the ICM level of probation between the ages of 13 and 18 who reside in Queens. The Mentor will also provide administrative support to the Program Coordinator when needed.
Requirements
- A high school diploma (or higher) and at least 2 years experience in youth development work.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and computer skills required.
- Seeking an extremely outgoing, personable, and professional individual who can think creatively and critically about their approach in engaging a marginalized population; a detail-oriented, self-starter who takes initiative and can get things done in a high-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one mentoring and case management services to participants (service plan, referrals, and follow up) at minimum of once a week
- Facilitate group sessions twice a week using the Power Source curriculum focused on skill development and goal setting
- Ensure thorough and accurate file-keeping and reporting on progress and compliance of participants
- Input data to ensure proper tracking of participants and measure program success
- Participate in regular staff meetings to coordinate program needs and objectives
- Provide enrollment and administrative coverage when necessary
- Attend evening and weekend community events when necessary
- Assist in special events and collaborate on larger QCJC projects as necessary
- Perform other duties as assigned by Program Coordinator
- Additional tasks as necessary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
