YSS Hiring for Community Based Mentoring Program Facilitator – PT Job at Boone, IA Full Time

The Community-Based Mentoring Program Facilitator will support the expansion of the YSS Community-Based Mentoring Program. The Facilitator will work directly with YSS staff and community partners to identify children and youth to participate as mentees, schedule mentor visits, and monitor and evaluate progress of matches. The Facilitator will communicate with parents/legal guardians, caseworkers, and YSS staff to obtain permission to participate in the program and program activities. The Facilitator will be responsible for recruiting, screening, training, and familiarizing mentees and mentors with the program. They will match mentors with mentees based on personality, interests, and availability, and will be responsible for ongoing support and evaluation of the program. This Facilitator is also responsible for maintaining records through online databases and supporting grant requirements and reporting.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE/SKILL

• Bachelor’s degree in education, child development or related field or equivalent experience is required.
• Two years of experience performing similar or related job duties.
• Experience with public speaking and working with volunteers.
• Experience working with children in a school setting and/or direct service of high risk youth is preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TASKS/EFFORT

TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY

Computer (desktop/laptop)

Multi-line telephone system

Copy machine/scanner

Cell phone

Video conferencing equipment

Microsoft Office software

Web Browser software

Database software

POSITION TYPE

This is a non-exempt, part-time position based on assignment.

TRAVEL

Some travel may be required for this position. A valid Iowa driver’s license is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level is usually minimal to moderate. Works in well-lighted, climate-controlled environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the physical demands.

While performing duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; may need to sit for extended periods of time; use stairs, as needed; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Physically move to access all YSS locations. Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds, repeatedly. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.

VOLUNTEERISM

This position will engage and assist all YSS volunteers (individuals and groups) adhering to volunteer management best practices to ensure meaningful volunteer experiences. This position will maximize the skills and interests of all YSS volunteers to better impact our organization and the youth and families we serve.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

YSS EMPLOYEE COMMITMENT

Commitment to agency core values and mission.

Understand and adhere to accreditation standards, agency policy, and licensing requirements.

Responds in a timely manner to internal and external stakeholders

Understands a culture of Trauma Informed Care, and models positive interactions at all times.