Male Mentoring Specialist

Description

Position Summary:

The Mentoring Specialist will be responsible for organizing and implementing a robust mentoring program at an at-risk high school. The primary goal of this role is to engage scholars and develop prevention programs that assist in removing barriers that impede their ability to be successful. The Mentoring Coordinator will work closely with students, staff, and community partners to ensure the successful implementation of the program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive mentoring program that addresses the specific needs of at-risk high school scholars.
• Recruit, screen, and train mentors who can provide guidance and support to scholars.
• Match mentors with scholars based on compatibility and shared interests.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the mentoring program, making necessary adjustments to ensure positive outcomes.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to mentors, including regular check-ins, training sessions, and resources.
• Collaborate with school staff and community partners to identify and address barriers to scholar success.
• Develop prevention programs that target specific challenges faced by at-risk scholars, such as substance abuse, bullying, and mental health.
• Organize and facilitate workshops, seminars, and group activities that promote personal and academic growth among scholars.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to the mentoring program, including mentor and scholar profiles, meeting schedules, and program evaluations.
• Coordinate with school administration to align the mentoring program with overall school goals and initiatives.
• Attend meetings, conferences, and professional development opportunities to stay updated on best practices in mentoring and prevention programs.
• Help students define and develop realistic educational career plans through schedule planning for each semester and summer school, if appropriate. Each student should have an up-to-date academic schedule plan through to graduation.
• Assist students in planning a program consistent with their abilities and interests.
• Monitor progress toward educational/career goals and meet at least once each semester to review the progress toward completing the proposed academic program and to discuss grades and other performance indicators.
• Discuss and reinforce linkages and relationships between instructional program and occupation/career.
• Develop and conduct Lunches once a month.
• Conduct Small group and large activities.
• College visits, speakers, employer visits, etc…
• Maintain a caseload of male scholars.
• Follow a 1-2-3 process of ensuring scholar attendance which includes performing home visits.
• Must be able to provide Career Technical Education and guidance to scholars.
  
  

Requirements

Education:

• High School diploma; Preferably bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, social work, or a related field.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with at-risk youth in an educational or community-based setting.
• Previous experience coordinating mentoring programs.
• Knowledge of evidence-based mentoring practices and prevention programs.
• Experience in developing and implementing workshops and group activities.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with scholars, mentors, and staff.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of community resources and services for at-risk youth.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management.
• Understanding of the barriers and challenges faced by at-risk high school scholars.
• Commitment to the academic and personal success of at-risk youth.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Result Driven
• Innovative Thinker
• Flexible (Ability to PIVOT)
• Flexible Scheduling (Weekends and Late Days)
• Excellent Quality of Outcomes (Meeting Deadline, Accountability, follow up/ Follow through)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to adapt strategies to meet unique needs.