Mentor & Afterschool Program Coordinator

Socket.dev; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternatives For Girls is seeking a full-time Mentor & Afterschool Program Coordinator in Detroit to oversee mentor programming and licensed school-age child care services. The role ensures safe, structured, developmentally appropriate activities for youth during afterschool and summer hours.

Responsibilities include recruiting and supervising mentors, coordinating matches, planning activities, maintaining logs and documentation, and supporting licensing inspections.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years experience in licensed school-age child care or OST programs.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mentor-mentee matches and provide ongoing oversight.
• Recruit, screen, and train adult volunteer mentors per policies and licensing.
• Facilitate supervised mentor-mentee group activities and logs.
• Plan and facilitate structured afterschool and summer activities.
• Maintain staff-to-child ratios and active supervision.
• Follow safety procedures, incident reporting, and licensing docs.

Skills

Child care experience

OST programs

Volunteer management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Driver's license

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: Mentor & Afterschool Program Coordinator

Department: Prevention / Out-of-School Time (OST)

Reports To: Program Manager / Manager, Asset Building

Employment Status: Full-Time 40 hours per week, Non-Exempt

Pay Status: Hourly

JOB SUMMARY

The Mentor & Afterschool Program Coordinator supports the mission of Alternatives For Girls (AFG) by coordinating mentor programming and implementing licensed school-age child care and Out-of-School Time (OST) services. This position is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, structured, developmentally appropriate, and engaging programming for school-aged youth during afterschool and summer hours.

Mentor Program Coordination

• Recruit, screen, and train adult volunteer mentors in accordance with AFG policies and licensing requirements.
• Coordinate mentor-mentee matches and provide ongoing oversight.
• Facilitate supervised mentor-mentee group activities.
• Maintain mentor documentation and logs.

Licensed School-Age Program Delivery

• Plan and facilitate structured afterschool and summer activities.
• Maintain required staff-to-child ratios and active supervision.
• Support daily routines including arrival, dismissal, meals, and transitions.

Youth Supervision & Positive Guidance

• Maintain safety and supervision at all times.
• Use positive behavior guidance techniques.
• Document incidents and concerns as required.

Documentation & Recordkeeping

• Maintain attendance records and required licensing documentation.
• Complete case notes, incident reports, and assessments.
• Support licensing inspections and monitoring.

Family Communication & Engagement

• Communicate program expectations and schedules.
• Support family engagement and attendance.

Program Operations & Safety

• Assist with program setup and cleanup.
• Support meal/snack distribution.
• Follow emergency, safety, and mandated reporting procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years experience in licensed school-age child care or OST programs.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.