Director of Middle School and Mentoring

Reports to:                 Chief Operating Officer

Direct Reports:          Part-time Youth Development Professionals

Job Summary:          

The Director of Middle School & Mentoring is responsible for overseeing the middle school teen center program. This position is also responsible for coordinating the middle school mentoring program.

It is the responsibility of all staff to help cultivate and maintain positive donor relationships.

Hours vary. During the school year 11:00am-7:00pm, M-F. During the summer months, the position is 40 hours/week, M-F. This is a salaried position, and it is understood that there may be hours required outside of those listed here.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Three years of experience working with at-risk children, youth, and families
• Flexibility needed.
• Demonstrated ability to work across cultures, ethnic backgrounds, and socio-economic groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work with program team, at risk youth, parents, and community leaders.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Competency in general office equipment usage.

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

• Experience in establishing and leading programs, activities, and services for at risk youth.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving history.

• Proven ability to motivate AT RISK youth and manage behavior problems.
• Proven ability to attract, train, supervise, and motivate staff (both full-time and part-time).
• Proven ability to deal with the public.
• Proven ability to plan, market and implement quality programs using a youth development strategy.
• Proven ability to organize and supervise AT RISK members in a safe environment.
• Commitment to model and promote a lifestyle of health, wellness, and fitness.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must possess a clean driving record.

Job Responsibilities:

Program Director

• Oversee the middle school after school program.
• Supervision of staff.
• Transport members from school to the club daily.

Mentoring

• The Director is responsible for recruiting, training, and scheduling volunteer mentors on a one to one basis, and monitoring and tracking progress on each student in the program in grades 6-8.

Community Center & Partners

• Help build strong relationships with external partners that enhance the organization’s profile, support its strategic priorities, and create opportunities for mission advancement.

Training Committee

• With the training committee, develop staff trainings to improve the overall program.

Other

• Assist in crisis situations and apply appropriate interventions.

• Models professional and ethical standards
• Meets professional obligations, paperwork, and deadlines through efficient, organized work habits.

• Mandated child abuse reporter.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects.
• Good vision and hearing necessary to complete tasks.
• Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Must be able to climb stairs.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to function in a fast paced and noisy environment.
• Must be able to think clearly and concisely.