Youth Development Mentor & College-Prep Coach

Axess Family Services, Inc.; Sprotts Corners (OH); On-site; USD 32,500 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Axess Family Services, Inc. is seeking a Youth Advocate for the Youth Development Program (WIA-CCMEP) in Ohio.

This full-time role involves mentoring and supporting youth and young adults to overcome barriers to self-sufficiency, with emphasis on educational support, financial literacy, and leadership development. The position offers a 40-hour work week, with salary between $32,500 and $35,000 per year, and schedule determined on a case-by-case basis.

Qualifications

• BS or BA from an accredited university preferred.
• Social service or mental health experience required.
• Experience with children required.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring services for youth and young adults facing barriers to success.
• Plan and participate in meetings with mentees to occur twice a month.
• Plan and participate in quarterly group mentoring activities.
• Assist participants in identifying their academic area of need and develop a plan to meet that need.
• Schedule and maintain regular meetings with youth to reach identified academic goals.
• Communicate regularly with participant’s school of record and teaching staff to plan for successful completion of the academic year and/or graduation.
• Assist participants with activities that help prepare for and transition to post-secondary education and training.
• Provide referrals for dropout prevention, recovery services, and alternative secondary school options when appropriate.
• Plan and facilitate meetings for skills for independent living.
• Accompany group members on field trips.
• Provide referrals for additional services when a need identified.
• Transport participants as needed for program success.
• Complete all necessary program documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain regular communication with CCMEP case managers.
• Attend PCJFS meetings as requested.
• Represent the agency/program to the public in a positive and energetic manner.
• Comply with grant requirements, COA regulations, federal and state requirements, and educational/certification/registry requirements.

Skills

Mentoring

Communication skills

Computer skills

Relationship building

Education

BS or BA from accredited university

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Axess Family Services, Inc. is seeking a Youth Advocate for the Youth Development Program (WIA-CCMEP) in Ohio.

This full-time role involves mentoring and supporting youth and young adults to overcome barriers to self-sufficiency, with emphasis on educational support, financial literacy, and leadership development. The position offers a 40-hour work week, with salary between $32,500 and $35,000 per year, and schedule determined on a case-by-case basis.