Job Title: Mentor & Afterschool Program Coordinator
Department: Prevention / Out-of-School Time (OST)
Reports To: Program Manager / Manager, Asset Building
Employment Status: Full-Time 40 hours per week, Non-Exempt
Pay Status: Hourly
JOB SUMMARY
The Mentor & Afterschool Program Coordinator supports the mission of Alternatives For Girls (AFG) by coordinating mentor programming and implementing licensed school-age child care and Out-of-School Time (OST) services. This position is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, structured, developmentally appropriate, and engaging programming for school-aged youth during afterschool and summer hours.
Mentor Program Coordination
• Recruit, screen, and train adult volunteer mentors in accordance with AFG policies and licensing requirements.
• Coordinate mentor-mentee matches and provide ongoing oversight.
• Facilitate supervised mentor-mentee group activities.
• Maintain mentor documentation and logs.
Licensed School-Age Program Delivery
• Plan and facilitate structured afterschool and summer activities.
• Maintain required staff-to-child ratios and active supervision.
• Support daily routines including arrival, dismissal, meals, and transitions.
Youth Supervision & Positive Guidance
• Maintain safety and supervision at all times.
• Use positive behavior guidance techniques.
• Document incidents and concerns as required.
Documentation & Recordkeeping
• Maintain attendance records and required licensing documentation.
• Complete case notes, incident reports, and assessments.
• Support licensing inspections and monitoring.
Family Communication & Engagement
• Communicate program expectations and schedules.
• Support family engagement and attendance.
Program Operations & Safety
• Assist with program setup and cleanup.
• Support meal/snack distribution.
• Follow emergency, safety, and mandated reporting procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years experience in licensed school-age child care or OST programs.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Skills Required
- Associate or Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience
- 1-3 years of experience in licensed school-age child care or Out-of-School Time programs
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Bilingual English/Spanish
What We Do
Alternatives For Girls (AFG) is a Detroit-based nonprofit that supports girls and young women experiencing homelessness and other risks. Its mission is to help them avoid violence, early pregnancy, and exploitation, while connecting them with resources and opportunities to build safety and make positive choices. Services include shelter, housing stability, workforce development, youth programs, crisis support, and assistance related to human trafficking and domestic violence.
