Youth Program Mentor - #176124

II. Job Summary

The primary objective of the Youth Program Mentor position is to implement and lead groups and services offered within the North 4 and other Youth programming. The Youth Program Mentor will provide case management services, educational pathways and employment services to a caseload of program participants in the North 4 Program and contributing to a high quality youth continuum of employment and education services in conjunction with the Agency’s vision, mission and strategies around programming for youth and young adults ages 14 – 30 years.

III. Core Job Functions

The Youth Program Mentor performs a wide range of duties including but not limited to the following:

• Recruitment/Orientation
  
  

Recruit interested out of school youth to the North 4, WIOA and other youth programs and services and coordinate with other Youth Team members to facilitate the enrollment, intake and assessment process. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with area schools, alternative education centers and other youth-serving agencies. Coordinate and participate in program promotion and outreach activities at agency and community events where youth are involved.

• Work Readiness & Job Placement Advocacy and Referrals
  
  

Provide support for youth and young adults participating in Internships and other employment opportunities by assisting with identifying barriers and facilitating conversations with partner employers and other Youth Team members to ensure a successful employment experience and providing referrals to resources, supports, and other services as needed.

• Educational Support
  
  

Coordinate with other Youth Team members and provide mentoring, support and guidance to youth to enroll and participate in workshops and other activities and to access other supports that ensure out of school youth are referred to and get enrolled in high school/GED program, are on a path to graduate and remain focused on becoming college and/or job ready.

• Advocacy and Support
  
  

Engage with and provide support to youth, individually and in groups, to implement their educational, career and life goals and assist youth and their families with referrals to needed external services and resources.

• Data, Reporting and Evaluation
  
  

Ensure all data entry requirements are met in a timely manner by utilizing multiple database systems to maintain accurate and up to date case files, Individual Employment/Education or Service Plans, assessments, job placement and retention information, progress notes and other information as required. Assist in conduct internship and site evaluations which involve youth and site supervisors and parent feedback where appropriate.

• Perform any other tasks and duties necessary in order for the agency to meet its mission.
• Essential Job Function
• IV. Position Requirements:
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or other relevant field preferred or equivalent combination of post-secondary education and experience.
• Minimum of one year experience working with at-risk youth.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Ability to effectively work, communicate, and build sound relationships in a mission-driven agency whose clients and staff reflect significant diversity with respect to race, ethnicity, gender, orientation, socio-economic status, nationality, and religion.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
• Ability to manage and coordinate activities and workload.
• Ability to facilitate meetings, group workshops, orientations.
• Knowledge of youth development and environmental factors and barriers, including poverty and racism, influencing the behaviors of at-risk youth and young adults (juveniles, homeless, drop-out and gang involved youth and youth in foster care system) ages 14-30.
• Ability to develop/create developmentally appropriate programs for youth.
• Ability to learn how to conduct reading, math, career, and employment barrier assessments.
• Ability to work youth friendly hours including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office and database applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel throughout the metro area.
• Valid MN Drivers’ License, access to reliable, insured transportation, and the ability to meet agency’s driving requirements including proof of insurance is preferred but not required.
  
  

V. Working Conditions And Environment

Incumbent will have a private office/designated workspace in a typical office environment. The building is multiple floors and fully accessible and is smoke-free. Work will include regular local travel. Working hours are generally Monday through Friday, 8 am-5:00 pm, but will include evening and weekend hours. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, sometimes loud.

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