JJC is looking for a Youth Mentor in our Aftercare Evening Reporting Center (AERC) program. The Aftercare Evening Reporting Center (AERC) program provides a comprehensive, intensive early intervention services for youth exhibiting high or at-risk behaviors. This position is located at 5538 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144 (Germantown section of Philadelphia).
Job Summary
The Aftercare Evening Reporting Center (AERC) Youth Mentor is as an integral member of the AERC team. He/she will provide monitoring and supervision to youth in the AERC program. The Mentor will facilitate and/or co-facilitate daily recreational and educational activities such as sports, games, musical activities or art events. The Mentor will also oversee youth in community service projects, and encourage and ensure youth participation. He/she will interact with youth, maintaining close contact and develop a positive rapport during programming.
Qualifications
· Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with at-risk youth and adolescents or related experience.
· An annual physical form verifying that the employee is “free from contagion".
· Act 160 PA criminal, Child abuse, and FBI Clearances within one year of hire.
· Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Hours of Work
The position is a 40-hour work week with much-needed flexibility to start at 1:00 pm and work until 9:00 pm.
Additional Benefits
Employer paid Medical/prescription insurance option
Employer paid dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability
JJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, embracing diversity and inclusion in all its services. JJC does not and shall not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. in any of its activities or operations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person