Program mentor

Program Specialist, College & Career

To apply, please submit: A brief cover letter describing your interest in the position and resume describing relevant work experience to [email protected].

Position Summary

The College & Career Program Specialist is responsible for working with Girls Group high school juniors, seniors, and graduates 4-6 years post-high school who are on their college and career journeys. This position is primarily responsible for:

• College & career mentoring support for cohorts of individual participants (in and out of school)
• Co-facilitating skill building workshops and weekly group meetings
• Supporting annual celebrations, reunions, and special events

This position will establish and maintain positive long-term relationships with college & career participants to help them find their voice, define their goals and dreams, and move forward in the world with pride and self-confidence.

About Girls Group

Girls Group is a nonprofit mentoring agency with a vision to end generational poverty by helping economically disadvantaged young women achieve self-sufficiency. The ultimate ambition is that each young woman finds their voice, defines their goals and dreams, and moves forward in the world with pride and self- confidence. Services establish long-term and supportive mentoring relationships, which span middle school, high school, and continue through participant college and careers.

At Girls Group we work as a team to ensure high quality, innovative, and mission-driven services. We are a supportive community of dedicated individuals who empower every young woman to write their greatest story. Girls Group is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Position Responsibilities

1) College & Career Mentoring Services

• Provide individual mentoring support to cohorts of participants (high school juniors, seniors, and recent high school graduates) in alignment with the Girls Group standards, including assessment, person-centered planning, referrals, advocacy, post-secondary planning, and college and career advising
• Meet caseload targets for participant engagement and retention through ongoing monitoring and implementing intervention strategies
• Maintain and update participant information related to their individual goals, complete daily progress notes, and track participant attendance/engagement daily
• Actively communicate with school liaisons to share information, re-engage participants, and advocate for participant needs

2) College & Career Group Programs

• Co-facilitate group programming sessions, workshops, and special events focused on skills needed for college and career in alignment with Girls Group program standards and curriculum
• Provide mentoring support to participants in alignment with the Girls Group standards during group sessions
• Support an effective environment by providing structure and clear expectations, reinforce positive group dynamics, and create youth leadership opportunities during group sessions
• Support site leaders with group programming session meal, purchasing and organization of session supplies, and transportation support to Girls Group programs and special events

3) Administrative Duties

• Adhere to programming procedures, including tracking and maintaining program attendance, participant applications, and program documentation
• Actively participate in agency staff meetings, programming meetings, and supervision meetings on a weekly basis
• Daily email communications, phone calls, and paperwork
• Track debit card transactions and maintain accurate program budgets
• Participate in planning, set-up, and coordination of agency wide special events
• Participate in community outreach and awareness, contribute to the agency newsletter and fundraising activities

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work with limited or full license, Child Development & Family Studies, Education, or related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• 4+ years of experience working with middle school, high school, and/or college students
• 2+ years of experience working with minority and diverse populations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of child development, social justice, and youth programming
• Comfortable with facilitating sessions in a large group
• Able to provide support for students who may be experiencing crisis
• Responsible, organized, and excellent communication skills
• Maturity, empathy, and strong sense of self
• Demonstrate and model professionalism in demeanor, dress, and communication as a role model to peers and youth

Position Title: Program Specialist, College & Career

Reports to: Program Manager, College & Career

Hours: Part-time hourly 15-20 hours per week (must have availability between 11am-2pm two week days, Tues/Thurs evening for groups, and Wed afternoon for agency meetings)

Salary: $20 hourly, paid biweekly

Employee Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age, Valid driver’s license, with no restrictions as to when and where the employee may drive, Reliable personal vehicle used to transport participants on a weekly basis, Proof of vehicle insurance, coverage of $100,000 for bodily injury and $100,000 for property damage, Background screening

Standards of Performance

• Completion of all responsibilities in a timely and professional manner
• Organized and efficient, with strong writing skills, including appropriate spelling and grammar
• Good listener and interested in accepting constructive criticism
• Capable and willing to discuss Girls Group in an enthusiastic and focused manner
• Comfortable using Google Suites and other basic computer applications
• Willingness to set a consistent example of professionalism, maturity, and a positive attitude
• Prompt communication regarding any difficulties that prevent the completion of assigned tasks
• Establishment of positive, nurturing and trustful relationships with all members of Girls Group
• Adherence to Girls Group Policies and Confidentiality requirements
• Timely response to email and phone requests from all staff members of Girls Group
• Track and submit all expenses and mileage on a monthly basis

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person