Youth Mentor & Group Facilitator — Plus+ Program

Center for Justice Innovation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Center for Justice Innovation in Queens, NY is seeking a part-time Mentor for the Plus+ Mentoring program. The mentor will provide one-on-one support and facilitate Power Source group sessions for youth on probation, ages 13–18, residing in Queens, NY.

Administrative tasks and collaboration with the Program Coordinator are also expected. Position is 10 hours weekly (Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00 PM–6:00 PM) with some evenings and weekends as needed, located in Queens.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or higher) and at least 2 years of youth development experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and computer skills.
• Outgoing, personable and professional; able to engage marginalized populations; detail-oriented and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one mentoring and case management services to participants (service plan, referrals, and follow up) at minimum of once a week.
• Facilitate group sessions twice a week using the Power Source curriculum focused on skill development and goal setting.
• Ensure thorough and accurate file-keeping and reporting on progress and compliance of participants.
• Input data to ensure proper tracking of participants and measure program success.
• Participate in regular staff meetings to coordinate program needs and objectives.
• Provide enrollment and administrative coverage when necessary.
• Attend evening and weekend community events when necessary.
• Assist in special events and collaborate on larger QCJC projects as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Program Coordinator; and.
• Additional tasks as necessary.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Verbal communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or higher

Job description

Center for Justice Innovation in Queens, NY is seeking a part-time Mentor for the Plus+ Mentoring program. The mentor will provide one-on-one support and facilitate Power Source group sessions for youth on probation, ages 13–18, residing in Queens, NY.

Administrative tasks and collaboration with the Program Coordinator are also expected. Position is 10 hours weekly (Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00 PM–6:00 PM) with some evenings and weekends as needed, located in Queens.