AmeriCorps Mentor Coordinator — Youth Impact & Training

Dreamprogram; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 319,000 - 410,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Living stipend

Segal Education Award

AmeriCorps support

Professional development

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

The DREAM Program is seeking a part-time Mentor Coordinator to support Village Mentoring and youth services. You will work 10–15 hours weekly in late afternoons and evenings, coordinating with campus partners, training mentors, and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for youth and volunteers.

Compensation includes a biweekly living stipend of $309 pre-tax, and eligibility for the Segal Education Award upon term completion, plus mileage reimbursement for travel related to program activities.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
• Be at least 17 years old at commencement of service or an out-of-school youth 16+ participating in a program.
• Commitment to service for the entire term and to DREAM’s mission.
• Desire to support youth development and work with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure volunteer mentors understand the Village Mentoring model and their responsibilities.
• Coordinate with Regional Director for mentee needs assessments and partnerships.
• Provide resources and training to mentors for a high-quality experience.
• Build relationships with mentors and mentees and support chapter growth.
• Support recruitment, preparation for mentees graduating mentors, and background checks compliance.

Skills

AmeriCorps awareness

Volunteer coordination

Community outreach

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Background checks process

Job description

The DREAM Program is seeking a part-time Mentor Coordinator to support Village Mentoring and youth services. You will work 10–15 hours weekly in late afternoons and evenings, coordinating with campus partners, training mentors, and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for youth and volunteers.

Compensation includes a biweekly living stipend of $309 pre-tax, and eligibility for the Segal Education Award upon term completion, plus mileage reimbursement for travel related to program activities.