Youth Mentor & Family Support Specialist

Old Colony YMCA; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Old Colony YMCA in Fall River, MA seeks energetic staff to support youth and families in community-based programs. You will mentor youth involved with state agencies, linking them to education, vocational and basic needs resources.

The role requires CORI/SORI, a driver’s license, and use of a personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement. Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree or 5 years of direct human service experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Mentor youth and connect them to resources in the community.
• Communicate effectively with youth, families, and state workers.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a therapeutic setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide youth support and mentoring in Fall River/New Bedford locations.
• Connect youth to educational, vocational, therapeutic and basic needs resources.
• Build rapport with youth, families, and collateral resources by phone or in person.

Skills

Youth mentoring

Strong communication

Independent work style

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

Job description

Old Colony YMCA in Fall River, MA seeks energetic staff to support youth and families in community-based programs. You will mentor youth involved with state agencies, linking them to education, vocational and basic needs resources.

The role requires CORI/SORI, a driver’s license, and use of a personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement. Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree or 5 years of direct human service experience are preferred.