Pathways Program Mentor

Overview

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Base pay range

$18.00 / hr - $20.00 / hr

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Position Summary

This role supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Pathways Mentor is responsible for guiding and supporting individuals through the Pathways Program, ensuring their successful navigation and progress toward personal and professional development goals. The incumbent will provide one-on-one mentorship, offer guidance and advice, and help participants identify and overcome barriers to success.

Our Culture

At the YMCA of Montclair, we strive to be the Employer of Choice, provide World-Class Service, and be the Charity of Choice. Our goal is to be a place where employees are empowered and excited to come to work. All staff ensure that members experience customer centric, individual attention each and every day. We strive to be the preferred partner collaborating with others, identifying, and meeting our community needs.

Essential Functions

• Mentorship : Provide personalized guidance and support to participants in the Pathways Program, assisting them in setting and achieving academic and career goals.
• Goal Setting : Collaborate with mentees to establish clear and achievable short-term and long-term objectives, and regularly monitor their progress.
• Resource Assistant : Connect participants with relevant resources, workshops, and training programs to enhance their skill sets and promote their professional growth.
• Personal Development : Foster a positive and supportive relationship with mentees, promoting self-confidence, resilience, and effective decision-making.
• Networking : Facilitate networking opportunities for participants, helping them build professional connections and access resources within their fields of interest.
• Documentation : Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of mentoring sessions, progress reports, and any other relevant documentation as required by the program.
• Feedback & Evaluation : Provide constructive feedback and conduct periodic evaluations to assess the effectiveness of the mentorship program and identify areas for improvement.
• Champion gender and cultural diversity while successfully implementing and monitoring programs.
• Help with homework in all subjects, ensuring academic support is provided in alignment with educational goals.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, and participants.
• Attend required Abuse Risk Management training and adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising members and participants.
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting procedures.
• Ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked, will routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker rooms and restrooms) etc.

Leadership Competencies

Qualifications

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Lifting program equipment up to 50 lbs.

Company Benefits

Hourly Pay Rate

$18.00-$20.00

Work Schedule

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