TITLE:

Teen Center Mentor

DEPARTMENT

Teen Center

REPORTS TO

Program Director Job Summary Are you interested in making a positive impact on the teens in our community? Do you have experience or an interest in being a mentor to our teen population by providing a safe and engaging space to learn and develop? This is the role for you! In this role, you will help give teens a safe place to belong and a chance to have a good time while making healthy decisions. On a typical day you may lead engaging activities, ensure the safety and maintenance of the center, play games, and develop meaningful relationships with teens. Job Functions Maintain a safe environment for teens. Provide supervision and support for teens throughout their time at the Club. Assist in the promotion and interpretation of the Club philosophies, methods and accomplishments as it relate to teen programming. Provide employment, health, life skills and training opportunities to Club teens using needs-based and interest-based programs. Assist with the promotion and implementation of all other teen program initiatives that reinforce a positive self-identity. Participate in Club staff meetings to ensure teen interests and concerns are addressed in a manner consistent with, and in conformance with, the mission and policies of the Boys & Girls Club. Serve as a positive adult role model at all Club, local and national events. Assist with any additional projects as assigned by Teen Director. Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in Club's employee handbook and elsewhere. Education and Experience Experience working with children and adolescents, preferably in designing and implementing programs for teens. Abilities Excellent human relations, verbal and written communications skills. Sound judgement and ability to respond appropriately to the unexpected. Ability to collaborate with other community-based teen organizations and social service agencies. Environmental and Working Conditions Normal internal office environment. Must be able to work weekends and evenings. . The model Teen Mentor will thrive in an extraordinarily fast-paced environment that features constant change, flexibility and a need to be innovative and creative. Physical and Mental Requirements Physical requirements include: sight, hearing, standing for more than four hours each day, other physical requirements needed to complete essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned.

Necessary mental requirements include:

concentration and focus on teen outreach and membership objectives.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour Application Question(s): Why are you the best fit for this position? Can you tell us about any skills or experience you have that might be helpful in this job?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

In person