Mentor Coach

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: 18-20

MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast is to ensure every child has mentors andchampions in life.
ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE AND INTERFACES
Position Reports to: General Manager or Unit Director
Primary Interfaces: Youth, Parents, Program Staff, General Manager, Operations Team
Hours: 23 25 hours/week MUST BE ABLE TO ACCOMMODATE AND PROVIDE AN
OPEN/CONSISTENT M-F SCHEDULE unless otherwise approved.
Daily Hours Include: 1:30 - 6:00PM and THURSDAYS/MINIMUM DAYS 12:30PM - 6:00PM

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast is a dynamic, innovative, youth-serving organization thatis committed to helping all children build positive, lifelong memories, achieve their greatest potential, andinspire future generations. The Mentor Professionals primary responsibility is to ensure every child has asafe, first-class after school experience. This is done by acting as a positive, engaging adult role model,teacher, coach, and mentor. Mentor Professionals must have a genuine interest in the growth,development, and provision of a safe and nurturing environment for the students they teach, inspire,encourage, and impact. Professionals work directly with an assigned group of approximately 20-25students. This is a part-time, non-exempt position.

KEY ROLES:
1. Commitment to Safety

• Contribute to environment of safety through the learning and implementation and monitoring of allsafety-related best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Promote accountability to safety through consistent observation, adherence to all safety rules andpractices and proactive communication among members, parents, peers, and leadership.
• Obtain and maintain Mandated Reporter training and complete annual Child Abuse Prevention
  training.
• Complete training and participate in all Emergency Preparedness protocols including drills and
  communication practices.

DISCLAIMER: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast requires a 4-point background check
for all employees before hire and during employment that includes social security verification, local
comprehensive criminal history search, national comprehensive criminal history search, and sex
offender registry search. Per the organizations Screening & Onboarding Policy, a person is ineligible
to obtain employment with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast if such person has been
convicted of any misdemeanor against children or any felony consisting of murder, child abuse, domestic violence, abduction or human trafficking, rape or sexual assault, arson, weapons, physical
assault or battery, or drug possession (use or distribution) in the last five years.

This position may require the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, or reach as needed, and to lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs. Employees must have the dexterity, coordination, vision, and hearing necessary to perform job tasks safely and accurately.

2. Support Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coasts mission, To ensure every child has mentors andchampions in life.
3. Work as a tutor/mentor in an After-School Enrichment Program providing homework assistance,
academic enrichment and fitness using curriculum and materials provided by Boys & Girls Club of CentralOrange Coast. This also includes making sure the classroom is clean upon your shift departure whichcould include sweeping and wiping down tables.
4. Serve as a positive adult role model for children in the program through reliability, punctuality,
appropriate dress, speech, and attitude.
5. Demonstrate program leadership skills through group expectations management and effective practicesof the Clubs Guiding Principles: respect each other, respect the Club, try your best and have fun.
6. Approach behavior as communication by practicing positive reinforcement and implementing strategiesthat help members identify and correct challenging behaviors.
7. Plan, organize, and prioritize programmatic deliverables including safety practices, curriculum, and
individualized member engagement.
8. Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers in a way that enhances safety, supports ourBlue Culture, fosters, transparency, and invites opportunities for learning and growth.
9. Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and community partners by utilizing objective
language, engaging parents in formulating solutions, and activating appropriate communication channels.
10. Develop program delivery skills in a way that fosters engagement and learning while building upon thementor-mentee relationship.
11. Participate in staff development and training activities when needed after hours or on weekends.

12. Operate a 9-passenger van to transport youth from school sites to Boys & Girls Clubs locations,as needed.

13.Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections; promptly report mechanical issues or safety concerns; and maintain vehicles in a clean, safe, and orderly condition (including fueling and routine upkeep).

14. Accurately complete and maintain transportation records, including mileage logs, vehicle inspection reports, and incident documentation.

15. Inspect and ensure availability of emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers and first aid kits.

16. Ensure the safety and well-being of all youth during transportation by maintaining appropriate supervision, applying positive behavior management techniques, and following established emergency procedures.

Job Skills & Requirements:

• High School Diploma and a minimum of 24-48 college units (provide proof upon interview).
• Have a drive to work with a diverse group of students from different socio-economical backgroundsand levels of educational preparedness.
• Exhibit the characteristics of strong leadership, patience, effective communication, and a
  consistent desire to learn and execute new programs.
• Ability to teach Math and English skills (K5th) or (6th 8th) & additional subject such as science,biology, chemistry, history, as well as intervention/prevention topics (Preferred, but not required).
• Time management, planning, and organization skills.
• Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate in a public school setting.

• Must pass Live Scan Fingerprinting and CRA background check.
• CPR & Basic First Aid certified preferred (provide proof upon interview).
• Proof of negative TB Test valid within the past 3 years from hire date.
• Must have transportation to and from work

DISCLAIMER:
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventoryof all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to thisjob.