Lead School-based Mentor - Philadelphia, United States - Big Brother & Big Sister of Independence Region

Big Brother & Big Sister of Independence Region

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Philadelphia, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence

Position:
Lead School-Based Mentor

Location:
Philadelphia, PA (on-site Schools 4-5 days/week)

Employment Status:
Non-exempt, Fulltime

Reporting to:
Manager, In-School Program

Effective:
May 17, 2024

Salary:
$45,000 to $48,000

AGENCY OVERVIEW
JOIN A FORWARD-THINKING AGENCY THAT SEEKS TO ENSURE THAT ALL YOUTH ACHIEVE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence (BBBSI) is the largest BBBS agency in the state and one of the largest in the nation.

Our mission is to ignite the power and promise of youth and close the mentoring gap, by creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships and strengthening the quality of the mentoring field.

You will love it here if you (1) set the bar high, (2) are intentional and thoughtful about their choices, (3) collaborate as a means to community solutions, (4) are positive, can-do, and solution-oriented, (5) embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, and (6) are accountable and get it done.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence (BBBSI) seeks a Lead School-Based Mentor will support approximately 50 middle school students (grades 6-8) through group and individual mentoring sessions.

Based at an assigned school in North, West, and/or Southwest Philadelphia, the Lead Mentor will provide positive role modeling, help mentees set goals, and develop social and emotional skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES
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Youth Mentoring:

Mentor a caseload of ~50 youth during the school day.
Facilitate individual (10 students) and group (40 students) mentoring sessions.
Implement a curriculum focused on socialemotional learning, goal setting, and risk avoidance.

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Youth Enrollment & Support:

Collaborate with school staff to recruit and enroll participants.
Communicate with parents/guardians and school staff regarding program details.
Conduct interviews and recommend mentoring matches.

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Progress Monitoring:

Maintain attendance records and session details in an online database.
Review progress data and attend weekly checkins with the Mentoring Manager.
Complete assessments and paperwork as required.

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Partnership Engagement:

Build and maintain relationships with school leadership, counselors, and staff.
Participate in monthly feedback meetings with school leadership

Academic/Educational Requirements:

High School Diploma with a minimum of 4 years relevant work experience in related fields, such as social work, counseling, social services, child development, or education.

Previous experience working in school classrooms or other coaching situations is strongly preferred. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

Skills and Professional Requirements:

Minimum 2+ years functional experience in a human service or teaching environment required (e.g., paraprofessional, coaching), preferably in Grades 6
Passion for youth development and a commitment to BBBSI mission, vision and values
Shared lived experience with Littles is ideal
Education experience (e.g., paraprofessional, coaching), preferably in Middle Schools
Bilingual skills, particularly Spanish and English, preferred
Attentive and active listening skills, organization, flexible thinking, attention to detail, ability to function well in a fastpaced environment and works well on a team
Strong understanding of child development and family dynamics
Ability to effectively interview, assess, and manage cases
Ability to build and foster collaborative relationships with school staff, Lead Mentor, families, and Littles based on positive youth development and volunteer satisfaction
Ability to effectively assess and execute the following relational support skills: guiding, supporting, confronting, advising, and/or negotiating
Ability to maintain positive and productive relationships with school personnel; ability to effectively and proactively communicate and collaborate with school and program staff
Strong group facilitation and public speaking skills, specifically working with youth
Ability to work autonomously with drive, enthusiasm, and flexibility to go along with a willingness to work as needed to accomplish job requirements
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM/Case Management packages required (Salesforce preferred)
Flexible to accommodate job responsibilities (including ability to work evenings/weekends as required)

Work Environment:
This position will be based out of an assigned school in the Philadelphia School District. Attendance at the BBBSI headquarters will be required when school is not in session and as needed. Regular hours will be Monday through Friday, aligning with the school hours.

_ Ability to commute to school site and BBBSI offices 5 days a week is required._

_ COVID-19 vaccinations or medical/religious exemptions are required._

WORKING CONDITIONS
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