Credible Mentor- Project Restore Brownsville

CAMBA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

health insurance

dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer

paid time off

paid holidays

Job summary

CAMBA is seeking a Credible Mentor to support Project Restore Brownsville participants in the NYC area. The role involves mentorship, collaboration with staff, and community engagement to reduce violence and promote positive decision-making.

Part-time position with required in-person contact and adherence to program protocols. Compensation details reflect an hourly rate with benefits as described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Lived experience relevant to the population served.
• Mentoring or coaching experience with youth.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to document work accurately and timely.
• Ability to follow supervision and program protocols.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent mentorship and support to Project Restore Brownsville participants.
• Use lived experience and community knowledge to support accountability.
• Coordinate closely with program staff to meet participant needs.
• Maintain regular in-person contact with participants.
• Assist in de-escalation and violence interruption efforts.
• Collaborate with Case Managers, Peer Advocates, and clinical staff.
• Attend supervision, team meetings, and training sessions.
• Document participant interactions and observations timely.
• Support outreach and re-engagement for disengaged participants.
• Reinforce program expectations and boundaries.
• Serve as a positive role model with professionalism.
• Align Project Restore with BIVO activities for continuity.

Skills

Lived experience

Mentoring

Communication skills

Documentation

De-escalation

Professionalism

Boundaries

Education

High school diploma

Some college coursework

Job description

Who We Are:

CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 72,000 individuals and families each year at our 100 locations, including 10,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families live in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.

Project Restore Brownsville is a community-based violence intervention and prevention initiative designed to support young people at elevated risk of involvement in gun violence. The program combines intensive case management, mentoring, traumainformed group work, and workforce development opportunities to stabilize participants, reduce violent behavior, and support long-term positive outcomes. Project Restore operates as an enhancement of existing BIVO work, strengthening continuity of care, supervision, and participant engagement across systems.

Position: Credible Mentor

Reports To: Program Manager

Location: BIVO North and South

What The Credible Mentor Does:

The person filling this position is expected, under close supervision, to provide consistent mentorship and support to Project Restore Brownsville participants. The Credible Mentor uses lived experience, strong community knowledge, and structured engagement to support participant accountability, reduce risk of retaliation, and reinforce positive decision‑making. This role requires availability, reliability, and close coordination with program staff to meet participant needs.

What are the Qualifications for the Position:

• Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol & Procedures.
• Comply with all Federal, State, City, and CAMBA security and privacy policies to protect the confidentiality of individual health information.
• Ensure the safety and security of all participants by following program protocols and procedures, including supervision, accident and incident reporting.
• Build and maintain consistent, trust‑based relationships with assigned Project Restore participants.
• Build consistent, trust‑based mentoring relationships with assigned participants.
• Maintain regular, in‑person contact with participants in the community and at program sites.
• Provide guidance, accountability, and support focused on reducing involvement in violence and risky behavior.
• Support participants during critical moments, including court appearances, appointments, and crisis situations, as directed.
• Assist in de‑escalation and violence interruption efforts under supervision and in coordination with program staff.
• Collaborate with Case Managers, Peer Advocates, and clinical staff to support individualized participant plans.
• Participate in group sessions, workshops, and restorative or trauma‑informed activities as assigned.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of participant interactions and observations. Attend required supervision, team meetings, and training sessions.
• Support outreach and re‑engagement efforts for participants who are disengaged or at risk.
• Reinforce program expectations, boundaries, and accountability.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism, consistency, and respect.
• Support alignment between Project Restore and BIVO activities to ensure continuity of care
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

Minimum Education Required: •

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework preferred. Minimum

Experience and Skills Required:

• Lived experience relevant to the population served, with demonstrated personal stability and credibility in the community.
• Prior experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting youth or young adults preferred. Ability to build trust, maintain boundaries, and follow supervision.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to document work accurately and timely.

Compensation: -25.00/ hourly
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate.This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.

Status: Part‑time

Benefits:

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time)
• paid holidays

CAMBA and CAMBA Housing Ventures are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse & inclusive workforce and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), or other applicable legally protected characteristics.