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Good Shepherd Services · 2 months ago

Advocate Mentor - Part Time

Brooklyn, NY

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$22.53/hr - $25.03/hr

Good Shepherd Services is an organization focused on supporting adolescents facing challenges in the juvenile justice system. The Advocate Mentor will provide intensive mentoring and advocacy for young adults aged 13-18, offering in-home and community support, guidance, and crisis intervention to help them navigate their circumstances and develop healthy coping mechanisms.

CharityConsultingNon Profit

Responsibilities

Serve as mentor for four to six court-involved young adults aged 13-18, who are on juvenile probation or facing out-of-home placement as a result of a Family Court disposition

Provide intensive in-home support and guidance to mentees and their family members

Work with mentees and family members to develop healthy communication skills and coping mechanisms

Work with mentees to reflect on their current decision-making process and develop short- and long-term goals

Escort mentees to school, court, DOP meetings and other required engagements as needed

Make referrals to appropriate community resources for mentees and family members

Participate in rotating mentor on-call schedule and respond to mentees and family members during crisis situations

Create opportunities for participants to maximize their potential through the provision of engaging programming, high expectations, and high-quality services

Meet with the Program Director for bi-weekly supervision

Participate in case conferences and staff meetings

Communicate with DOP Probation Officers as appropriate

Use internal and external databases as required

Participate in development and implementation of processes that ensure integration of participant feedback in program planning

Participate in agency work groups and committees

Participate in all DOP training and technical assistance sessions as required