Youth Mentor for ATD Program (Evenings/Weekends)

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services is seeking a Youth Coach for the ATD program in Brooklyn. The role involves mentoring up to 13 court-involved youth aged 13–18, supporting development of healthy communication and coping skills for youth and families, and guiding participants toward short- and long-term goals.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Program Director, accompanying mentees to school, court, and DOP meetings, making referrals to community resources, and contributing to program planning

Qualifications

• Experience and comfort working with court-involved youth required.
• Familiarity with Brooklyn and the challenges faced by youth living in the borough.
• Experience working with families preferred.
• Familiarity with strength-based/youth development principles.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Mentor for up to 13 court-involved youth ages 13-18, who are at risk for detention.
• Work with mentees and family members to develop healthy communication skills and coping mechanisms.
• Work with mentees to reflect on their current decision-making process and develop short- and long-term goals.
• Escort mentees to school, court, DOP meetings and other required engagements as needed.
• Work with Service Coordinator make referrals to appropriate community resources for mentees and family members.
• Create opportunities for participants to maximize their potential through the provision of engaging programming, high expectations, and high-quality services.
• Meet with the Program Director for bi-weekly supervision.
• Participate in case conferences and staff meetings.
• Communicate with ACS and DOP staff as appropriate.
• Use internal and external databases as required.
• Plan trips and events for participants.
• Participate in development and implementation of processes that ensure integration of participant feedback in program planning.
• Participate in agency work groups and committees.
• Participate in all ACS training and technical assistance sessions as required.

Job description

Good Shepherd Services is seeking a Youth Coach for the ATD program in Brooklyn. The role involves mentoring up to 13 court-involved youth aged 13–18, supporting development of healthy communication and coping skills for youth and families, and guiding participants toward short- and long-term goals.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Program Director, accompanying mentees to school, court, and DOP meetings, making referrals to community resources, and contributing to program planning