Community Based Mentor (for male youth- ages 10-13)

$43,000 - $45,000/Yr

Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Eastern Missouri - St. Louis, MO

Part-time - Entry Level

St. Louis, MO

Social Assistance

About the position

The Community Based Mentor position at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri is designed to build the overall success of the Mentoring Program by supporting male youth aged 10-13 and their families. The mentor will engage in one-on-one mentoring, targeted supports, and meaningful activities to foster positive development. The role involves coordinating and executing mentoring sessions, both individually and in groups, to ensure alignment with the organization's strategy, commitments, and goals. In this role, the mentor will be responsible for organizing the Mentoring Program by partnering with families to enroll youth, aiming for a target of 10 active mentees. Weekly one-on-one sessions are to be conducted with each assigned mentee, requiring a minimum of 2 hours per week. The mentor will also check in monthly with parents and conduct home visits as necessary. Leading and organizing mentoring meetings and activities for all mentees is crucial, as is setting youth-led goals and supporting their progress. Collaboration with community champions and the Mentoring Program Director is essential for planning activities that align with the BBBSEMO Theory of Change. Documentation of challenges and successes for each youth will be maintained in the agency's data management system, Matchforce. The mentor will work closely with local schools and other non-profits to support the youth and families in the program, ensuring accessibility and availability, including scheduled evening and weekend hours. Communication and coordination with agency staff to provide necessary resources to students and families is a key aspect of the role. The mentor will also participate in weekly team meetings, position-specific training, and collaborate with other departments to support program enrollment, recruitment, and marketing efforts. Additionally, the mentor will contribute to the development and implementation of outcome reports focused on the youth in the program, administering surveys or other tools to measure the program's impact.

Responsibilities

• Partner to enroll youth and families into the program with a goal of 10 active youth.
• Ensure weekly one-on-one sessions occur with each assigned mentee with a minimum of 2 hours per week.
• Check in monthly with parents and conduct home visits as needed.
• Lead and organize mentoring meetings and activities for all mentees.
• Set youth-led goals with each mentee and support progress toward attainment of those goals.
• Work with community champions and Mentoring Program Director to plan activities and experiences for youth following the BBBSEMO Theory of Change.
• Document challenges and successes for youth in Matchforce (agency data management system).
• Work with local schools and other non-profits to support youth and families in the program.
• Communicate and coordinate with agency staff to provide resources to students and families.
• Participate in weekly team meetings and position-specific trainings.
• Collaborate with other departments within the agency to support the program: enrollment, recruitment, resources, and marketing/communications.
• Develop documentation and processes for supporting the program, youth, and their families.
• Participate in the development and implementation of outcome reports, specifically focused on the youth within the program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years related work experience preferred; or a minimum of 8 years of experience in a similar field is required.
• Knowledge of K-12 school and resource landscape.
• Knowledge of computers and relevant software.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
• Strong planning and organization skills, including time management.
• Excellent communication skills, including writing and proof-reading skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work with a variety of staff.
• Ability to work with a variety of staff, caregivers, volunteers, youth, and external partners.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with community engagement and outreach programs.
• Familiarity with mentoring programs and their impact on youth development.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with 3% match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance
• 5 days of paid vacation after 90 days
• 10 days of paid vacation after one year of service
• Accrue 1 day per month of sick leave (up to 30 days)
• 2 personal days per year after 90 days
• 11 paid holidays
• Annual raises based on performance