Adolfo - Mentor

Volunteers of America Northern California and Northern Nevada; Mather (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Northern California and Northern Nevada is seeking dedicated Mentors for the Adolfo Housing Program at the Mather Community Campus. The role focuses on safety, compassionate service, and supporting residents to meet program objectives.

The position requires crisis de-escalation, CPR/First Aid readiness, and the ability to work irregular hours. Minimal qualifications include teamwork, strong communication, and organizational skills. A California driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and communication are essential across shifts and with residents.
• Ability to assist other people with patience and care in dynamic environments.
• Strong organizational and computer skills for daily reporting and logs.
• Analytical decision-making and crisis de-escalation abilities are required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of clients and property.
• Maintain fire safety knowledge and respond to emergencies.
• Provide awake, mobile shift coverage and maintain grounds security.
• Keep accurate shift logs and incident reports daily.
• Explain rules, enforce policies, and assist with resident move-ins.

Skills

Teamwork

Oral & written comms

Assistance to others

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Analytical decision-making

Job description

WHO WE ARE

We are more than a nonprofit organization. We are a ministry of service that includes nearly 600 paid professional employees dedicated to helping those we serve. We provide compassionate care today for flourishing communities tomorrow. Founded locally in 1911, VOA Northern California & Northern Nevada is one of the largest providers of social services in the region, delivering a broad range of community-based services that transform lives while meeting immediate needs of families, individuals, veterans, seniors, and youth. In fact, VOA-NCNN provides shelter or housing to over 3,500 men, women, and children every night.

OUR MISSION

VOA puts faith into action by providing compassionate human services to empower individuals and strengthen communities. VOA aspires to create a world in which every person lives a life of emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being, filled with hope across Northern California & Northern Nevada.

PROGRAM AND LOCATION

VOA-NCNN, a Certified Great Place to Work, is recruiting for full-time Mentor positions for the Adolfo Housing Program at our Mather Community Campus. Full-time employees (working 30 or more hours a week) are eligible for a benefits package that includes paid holidays, vacation, sick pay, health, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance coverage.

POSITION SUMMARY

Mentors are responsible for the safety and security of the clients and property. Mentors assure quality service to all program participants utilizing a compassionate and professional manner while assuring that program objectives are met. Objectives include supportive interaction with participants, acting as a role model, and maintenance of a safe and welcoming environment and performance of all work duties as required. Work is performed in a cost-effective and service-oriented manner as it relates to established organizational objectives.

OBJECTIVES/ACTIVITIES

• Responsible for performing daily work requirements to achieve established objectives of the department.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of the fire warning and suppression system and evacuation procedures to ensure all residents respond appropriately in case of emergency.
• Maintain clear, thorough, routine communication with Program Supervisor in all responsibilities listed.
• Provide "awake" active/mobile shift coverage while maintaining grounds security at all times.
• Maintain all shift logs and complete incident reports as required.
• Help prepare apartments for resident move-ins.
• Make hourly security checks during designated period.
• Explain rules and regulations and enforce residents' observance of the rules.
• Transport (drive) and/or arrange transportation of clients as required. Keep van clean, gas tank filled, keep mileage log, and report any mechanical problems immediately.
• Assist on-site residents with minor problems and answer routine questions.
• Receive maintenance requests from clients. Check equipment in and out (such as vacuum cleaners); inspect for damage, maintain as needed.
• Perform housekeeping and other maintenance tasks as needed.
• Provide residents with a safe, non-judgmental environment.
• De-escalate crisis before they develop and respond to crisis situations in an appropriate manner.
• Comprehend and adhere to ethical standards and confidentiality laws.
• Perform routine clerical duties as required.
• Responsible for assistance with client development.
• Address and report any biological, psychological, or social issues that promote disharmony, criminal, or otherwise non-productive behavior.
• Support in implementing plans to assist the clients in pursuing educational, vocational, housing and other goals.
• Assist with conflict resolution among clients when necessary.
• Role model positive attitudes and behaviors to help clients as they work toward self-sufficiency.
• Write in Resident Log all activities and interactions with each resident.
• Responsible for all areas of daily program maintenance in compliance with company policies.
• Read all logs daily. Write in all logs daily.
• Monitor inventory of program equipment and supplies.
• Notify management of potential workflow problems and resource needs necessary to attain performance standards.
• Adhere to staffing schedules in order to provide adequate/safe staffing coverage and to accomplish program objectives.
• Direct available resources as required.
• Maintain an above-average working knowledge of fire, safety, and health standards to assure safe work environment for all clients and personnel.
• Responsible for self-development.
• Continually learn and enhance technical and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain valid adult, child, and infant CPR and First Aid certifications to ensure appropriate response in cases of an emergency.
• Attend staff meetings/assigned training and complete required certifications (CPR, First Aid, etc.)

EQUIVALENT EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

This position requires demonstrated ability to communicate and comprehend oral and written instructions and to provide services to clients without ethnic or social prejudices. It requires general knowledge of issues and challenges unique to foster youth population, homelessness, substance abuse, minorities, and people with disabilities. The Mentor must be able to utilize a range of interventions to work with clients of varying needs and levels of functioning. Must have the flexibility to work irregular hours and have the willingness to function as a team member. Valid California driver's license and ability to meet the organization's insurance carrier guidelines are required. Must pass all required background clearances in accordance with agency, County, State, and federal standards. CPR/First Aid certification is required within 90 days of employment. Completion and maintenance of all required training and health clearances.

SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED

• Teamwork skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to assist other people
• Organizational skills
• Computer skills
• Analytical and decision-making ability

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, and sit frequently
• Kneel occasionally
• Climb stairs regularlyBe able to maneuver quickly in emergency situations to assist clients as needed

USD $19.00 - USD $19.00 /Hr.