REPORTS TO: PROGRAM DIRECTOR, ARCHES
LOCATION: 1958 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212
HOURS: Up to 13 Hours/Week, Non-Exempt
SALARY: $25.00/Hr.
JOB SUMMARY: The Arches program is an innovative, curriculum-based group mentoring intervention that helps young adults between the ages of 16 -24 and on probation, transform attitudes and behaviors that have led to criminal activity. The Lead Mentor works in the Bed Stuy neighborhood with a team of 4 mentors and cohort of 20 mentees, participates in weekly mentoring groups, meets individually with mentees and provides support and guidance to the team.
MAJOR DUTIES:
- Serve as mentor for court-involved young adults aged 16-24, who are on probation
- Acts as Lead in weekly mentoring group utilizing Arches curriculum-based Interactive Journaling model
- Participate in all DOP training and technical assistance sessions
- Meet with mentees for one-on-one meetings on a weekly basis
- Provide mentees and mentors with support, guidance, and advice throughout the week
- Plans and participates in monthly recreational/ educational outings with mentees
- On call as needed
- Responsible for all data entry using the DOP Connect software
- Create opportunities for participants to maximize their potential through provision of engaging programming, high expectations, and quality services
- Meet with Program Director for bi-weekly supervision
- Participate in case conferences and staff meetings
- Communicate with DOP Probation Officers as appropriate
- Use internal and external computerized databases as required
- Participate in development and implementation of processes that ensure integration of participant feedback in program planning
- Participate in agency work groups and committees
- Record weekly engagement with mentees
- Support the engagement of school, employment and/or treatment services
- Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience and comfort working with court-involved young adults
- Prior justice involvement or knowledge of preferred
- Familiarity with the Brownsville and Bed Stuy community and challenges faced by young adults living there
- Solid group work skills
- Experience with cognitive -behavior therapy and/or evidence base practices preferred
- Knowledge of Word, Zoom, & email usage
- Familiarity with strength-based/youth development principles
- Ability to work evenings and some Saturdays
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience and comfort working with court-involved young adults
- Prior justice involvement or knowledge
- Familiarity with the Brownsville and Bed Stuy communities and challenges faced by local young adults
- Solid group work skills
- Experience with cognitive behavioral therapy and/or evidence-based practices
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Zoom, and email
- Familiarity with strength-based and youth development principles
- Ability to work evenings and some Saturdays
What We Do
Good Shepherd Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping children, youth, and families in New York City overcome challenges and gain skills for success. Through over 100 high-quality programs, they provide effective services that deepen connections within families, schools, and neighborhoods, working closely with community leaders to advocate for their participants and create a better city for all.
