YOUTH MENTOR - PRN MILESTONES

Essential Functions

• Provide youth with a structured, positive environment
• Coach/Mentor youth on demonstration of positive and appropriate behaviors by the behavior management system
• Ensure the overall health, safety, and security of assigned youth; ensure all fire and safety measures are observed
• Monitor the movement inside and outside the facility, contacts, events, and behaviors associated with youth
• Act as a liaison between other supporting organizations
• Ensure group home cleanliness and upkeep
• Perform partial intake process on all new arrivals
• Regularly tour and observe the facility and grounds to ensure a high level of security
• Monitor visitor activities
• Prepare meals for youth
• Transport youth to school, appointments, etc. using a company vehicle
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Effective communicator, both oral and written
• Solutions-based problem solver
• Calm under crisis
• Organized and adept with case management
• Able to manage behaviors, including the ability to be assertive when needed
• Continuous demonstration of behaviors aligned with a posture of servant leadership and our cultural values

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the organization.

Work Environment

This position works in a group home environment, provides transportation for youth locally and works outdoors with youth. Physical demands include regular talking or hearing, close vision, ability to adjust focus, bending or stooping, sitting for periods while driving a company vehicle, and participation in youth-related activities during the workday, both inside and outside of facilities. Must be able to participate in youth-related activities during the workday, both inside and outside of facilities. Able to sit for periods while driving a company vehicle at distances necessary to transport youth.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time or part-time status dependent on the position hired. Hours of work vary depending on the assigned shift.

Travel

Other than transport duties, little to no travel is expected for this position.