Mentoring Program Intern - Youth Justice Ministry (Paid)

Youth For Christ International; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Youth For Christ International’s East Alabama Youth for Christ is seeking a JJM Mentoring Program Intern to help develop and expand mentoring for justice-involved youth aged 11–19. This paid internship offers hands-on ministry leadership experience in East Alabama with up to 20 hours per week.

The ideal candidate will build relationships, recruit volunteers, establish processes for mentor screening and training, and help grow the program across seven counties.

Qualifications

• Growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to biblical principles.
• Agreement with Youth for Christ's mission, statement of faith, and ministry standards.
• Genuine passion for working with at‑risk and justice‑involved youth.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through on responsibilities.
• Willingness to recruit volunteers, develop partnerships, and engage community leaders.
• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to ministry sites.
• Ability to successfully complete required background checks and ministry training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing a comprehensive JJM mentoring program.
• Establish clear processes for mentor recruitment, screening, training, matching, and ongoing support.
• Help identify youth who would benefit from consistent, one‑on‑one mentoring relationships.
• Develop strategies to expand mentoring opportunities across EAYFC's seven-county service area.
• Establish measurable goals and track progress toward program growth and sustainability.
• Actively recruit Christian adults interested in mentoring justice‑involved youth.
• Build relationships with local churches, colleges, businesses, and community organizations to develop a strong mentor pipeline.
• Assist with volunteer interviews, onboarding, background checks, and required training.
• Equip and encourage mentors to build authentic, Christ‑centered relationships with youth.
• Maintain consistent communication with mentors and provide ongoing support.
• Build positive relationships with youth in juvenile justice facilities and community settings.
• Assist in identifying and matching youth with appropriate mentors.
• Support youth transitioning from juvenile facilities back into their homes, schools, and communities.
• Encourage spiritual growth, positive decision‑making, and healthy relationships.
• Model Christ‑centered character, compassion, and integrity.
• Develop relationships with juvenile justice facilities, juvenile probation officers, courts, churches, and community partners.
• Help establish referral pathways for youth needing mentoring.
• Represent EAYFC professionally at community meetings, ministry events, and recruitment opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to increase community awareness and support of the mentoring program.
• Maintain accurate records of mentor recruitment, youth referrals, mentor matches, and program participation.
• Track and report ministry activities and outcomes using EAYFC's reporting systems.
• Assist in developing program resources, policies, and procedures.
• Provide regular progress updates to ministry leadership.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all EAYFC youth protection and risk management policies.

Skills

Relationship with Jesus Christ

Mission alignment

Passion for at‑risk youth

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Volunteer recruitment

Community partnerships

Confidentiality

Travel readiness

Education

Currently pursuing or recently completed degree in Ministry, Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Education, Youth Development, or related field

Job description

Youth For Christ International’s East Alabama Youth for Christ is seeking a JJM Mentoring Program Intern to help develop and expand mentoring for justice-involved youth aged 11–19. This paid internship offers hands-on ministry leadership experience in East Alabama with up to 20 hours per week.

The ideal candidate will build relationships, recruit volunteers, establish processes for mentor screening and training, and help grow the program across seven counties.