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Youth Mentoring Program Specialist

Catholic Community Services

Youth Mentoring Program Specialist

Salt Lake City, UT
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    LOCATION: Catholic Community Services of Utah, 224 North 2200 West, Salt Lake City, Utah 84116

    STATUS: Full-time, Non-Exempt with full benefits

    HIRING RANGE: $16.00-16.50/hr DOE

    Catholic Community Services of Utah provides help and creates hope for thousands of people of all beliefs who are most in need in our community through Migration and Refugee Services and Basic Needs Programs.

    CCS offers an outstanding benefits package including group health and dental insurance for employees working 30+ hours per week, life insurance, 401a and 403b retirement plans, and a generous PTO/holiday schedule.

    JOB DESCRIPTION:

    Responsible for supervising refugee students and mentor volunteers participating in the youth mentor program. Coordinate all activities involved with the safe and effective operation of the mentoring program. Coordinate mentor match meetings and provide support for mentors throughout their service time. Develop program knowledge and provide additional training to participants.

    RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

    1. Coordinate meetings to complete the paperwork needed for participation.
    2. Coordinate introduction between the mentor, student, and family.
    3. Provide volunteers with activities that promote physical and intellectual development in their mentees.
    4. Assist and monitor mentors and their mentees throughout their service.
    5. Maintain accurate and up to date records for student, staff, and after school program.
    6. Complete required reports for Catholic Charities
    7. Provides oral and written reports to the Refugee Youth Coordinator.
    8. Attend bi-monthly program staff meetings with Refugee Youth Coordinator.
    9. Monitor attendance of all students participating in the youth mentoring program and report attendance to refugee youth coordinator; follow up on children or mentors who are absent.
    10. Report all concerns regarding children, staff, volunteers, parents, or facility issues immediately to Refugee Youth Coordinator or Refugee Resettlement Program Manager.
    11. Continue supporting and communicating with students, volunteers, and youth coordinator about issues or progress being made.
    12. Attend monthly mentor practitioner meetings
    13. Other duties as assigned.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT INSIDE/OUTSIDE, OFFICE, WAREHOUSE, NOISE, TEMPERATURE, ETC.

    1. This position is in a professional office environment using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
    2. Some local travel may be required.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDING BENDING, SITTING, LIFTING AND DRIVING

    1. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary.
    2. This role includes driving locally to mentor match meetings, field trips, and local schools.

    SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

    1. Works independently in safe, appropriate manner
    2. Demonstrates both problem solving and problem prevention skills
    3. Displays sensitivity to the needs of clients, client's families, visitors, co-workers, volunteers, and other persons with whom the employee may interact
    4. Recognizes time as a valuable resource and responds promptly to needs of clients, and co-workers
    5. Consistently performs work assignments in a time-efficient manner and adheres to deadlines
    6. Proficiency in English oral and written communication
    7. Must maintain confidentiality regarding clients
    8. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and strong computer skills to maintain financial data, spreadsheets, database, and scheduling
    9. Personal qualities of openness and respect for co-workers and clients, with compassion and graciousness in helping clients to assess and face their situations, and to accept assistance

    EDUCATION, TRAINING AND OR EXPERIENCE:

    1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited university equivalent experience.
    2. Experience serving multicultural and diverse populations preferred.
    3. Prior experience working with the youth.

    BACKGROUND SCREEN/BCI REQUIREMENT

    1. Must pass BCI/FBI background check.

    LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

    1. Current Utah driver's license, proof of auto insurance, 21 years of age or older, a clean driving record, and ability to meet CCS vehicle safety requirements.

    POSITION STATUS AND EXPECTED SCHEDULE

    1. This position is full-time, non-exempt.
    2. The general schedule will consist of 40 hours to be worked between Monday and Friday between the hours of 8:30 am- 5:30 pm.

    DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: This job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

    CCS is an equal opportunity employer.

    TO APPLY: Please go to the company website: CCSUTAH.ORG and apply under the employment tab.

    POSITION CLOSES: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

    Requisition #: 21.01.03

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