Mentor Coordinator - Youth Development Programs

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18 Degrees
480 West Street
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Phone:(413)448-8281
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Company Description:

18 Degrees is where the sun stands just below the horizon at daybreak. It’s more dark than light in that moment, and hard to see the way forward. At 18 Degrees – formerly Berkshire Children and Families – it’s our mission and privilege to meet people at that point, with the promise that for them, for all of us, the light will grow from the start of each new day.

18 Degrees promotes the well-being and strengths of children, youth, and families to build better communities in Western Massachusetts. We provide education, parenting skills and support, prevention and intervention, advocacy, and life skills across a spectrum of programs serving children, young people, individuals and families in four areas: early education and care; foster care and adoption; child and family well-being; youth and community development.

Our approach with folks is to start with questions about their goals – their dreams. Our work is to guide them to the resources, skills, and support that will help them reach their goals. This is not a typical conversation for social service agencies, but it is one that is central to our mission of Every child in a family. Every family in a community. Focusing on hopes and dreams helps those we serve to see that new beginnings are possible.

Mentor Coordinator - Youth Development Programs
$21.69 Per Hour
Pittsfield
Full Time
Human Services
Support Services
Associate Degree
Preferred
2+
Preferred

Mentor Coordinator – Youth Development Programs

18 Degrees is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same!  At 18 Degrees, we cultivate teams and leaders to embrace the principles of diversity, equity and inclusiveness to support the needs of our community.  Too many of our youth are facing challenges that put them at risk. Join 18 Degrees in giving our youth and young adults role models and coaches to realize their dreams.  The Mentor Coordinator trains and supports volunteer mentors and matches them one-to-one with youth and young adults in our programs. 

Responsibilities include:

  • Interviewing and screening youth ages 10 - 24 in the programs
  • Providing follow-up support and using evidence based practices
  • Planning trainings and workshops that support volunteers
  • Plan and implement community-based activities with staff and volunteers 
  • Increase and support volunteers throughout 18 Degrees

Associate’s Degree in related field preferred, but not required. 1-3 years experience in coordinator role for human services organization preferred.  Volunteer experience a plus.  Strong computer and internet skills, including Microsoft Office.

Multi-cultural/multi-lingual candidates encouraged to apply.  Send resume and cover letter to:  Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West St., Pittsfield, MA 01201 or email pmcdermott@18degreesma.org. AA/EOE