Youth Mentor
The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division, Chicago, IL, United States
Who We Are
At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to “Doing the Most Good”. We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for kids after school and on weekends, achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless. The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division provides these services to people in need.
Position Details
Position Title:
Youth Mentor
Location/Department:
Harbor Light
Reports To:
Program Director
People Manager:
No
FLSA Category:
Non-Exempt
Status Type:
RFT
Pay Grade:
203
Pay Range:
$18.11 – $21.74
Job Summary
The Salvation Army Freedom Center/Harbor Light is conducting an individual mentoring program that includes youth development, mentoring best practices, curriculum‑driven cohort style mentoring, and trauma‑informed mentoring programming during out‑of‑school hours and summer months. The program serves youth who are homeless or unstably housed, justice‑involved, opportunity youth (ages 10‑21) who are out of school and not working, English‑as‑a‑second‑language learners, and youth who have endured trauma.
Outcomes
Through participation in the DFSS Youth Services Individual Mentoring Program, Youth Mentors should provide youth with safe, supportive, age‑appropriate activities that foster a strong relationship with a mentor, a sense of community, and increased social and emotional competence, resulting in better decision‑making and responsibility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Facilitate, direct, and supervise all programmatic activities with youth.
Build strong, positive relationships with youth and facilitate team building between groups, giving youth a sense of dignity and belonging.
Assist Program Director and Assistant Program Director with implementing curricula, engaging youth in learning and recreational activities.
Assist with implementing creative strategies to retain youth throughout the program.
Engage youth in wrap‑around services within The Salvation Army and work with external partners to provide additional support services as needed.
Act as the liaison to youth, agency, families, and DFSS personnel.
Assist with data collection and entry into Cityspan, SIMS, and other DFSS‑designated platforms.
Implement performance measurement tools with youth and ensure completion.
Attend mandatory training and learning meetings per request of DFSS, including but not limited to training for Cityspan and a DFSS‑designated technology platform.
Complete all required training and certifications to remain in good standing.
Required Training and Certifications
Illinois Mandated Reporter Training, Certificate, and Acknowledgment of Mandated Reporter Status Form (annual).
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid Certification.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Education: A High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Experience: 3 years working with community outreach‑based programs.
Exposure to social services or faith‑based organizations is preferred.
Job Limitations
The individual will only commit Army resources that have not been allocated or approved.
The individual will keep the Program Director informed on all critical issues relating to their area of responsibility.
The individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
Light to moderate physical work; able to lift or move up to 25 lbs.
Regular use of office equipment including PC and gym equipment.
Must be able to work with clients that have poor social skills, mental illness, and substance abuse problems.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by fostering respectful communication and relationships with co‑workers, supervisors, and clients.
Competencies
Willingness to promote the mission of The Salvation Army.
Enthusiastic and friendly approach to duties with the ability to lead others positively.
Enthusiastic participation in DFSS‑sponsored professional development training, meetings, and conferences.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail, procedures, processes, and policies.
Ability to use initiative and be a self‑starter.
Positive attitude and flexibility in the face of changing priorities.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to the Program Director.
Acts as a representative of The Salvation Army and its mission in contacts related to duties.
Performance Measures
Evaluation of effectiveness in achieving outcomes, timeliness, and accuracy of assigned goals.
30‑, 60‑, and 90‑day, and annual performance reviews.
The Salvation Army Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
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At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to “Doing the Most Good”. We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for kids after school and on weekends, achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless. The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division provides these services to people in need.
Position Details
Position Title:
Youth Mentor
Location/Department:
Harbor Light
Reports To:
Program Director
People Manager:
No
FLSA Category:
Non-Exempt
Status Type:
RFT
Pay Grade:
203
Pay Range:
$18.11 – $21.74
Job Summary
The Salvation Army Freedom Center/Harbor Light is conducting an individual mentoring program that includes youth development, mentoring best practices, curriculum‑driven cohort style mentoring, and trauma‑informed mentoring programming during out‑of‑school hours and summer months. The program serves youth who are homeless or unstably housed, justice‑involved, opportunity youth (ages 10‑21) who are out of school and not working, English‑as‑a‑second‑language learners, and youth who have endured trauma.
Outcomes
Through participation in the DFSS Youth Services Individual Mentoring Program, Youth Mentors should provide youth with safe, supportive, age‑appropriate activities that foster a strong relationship with a mentor, a sense of community, and increased social and emotional competence, resulting in better decision‑making and responsibility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Facilitate, direct, and supervise all programmatic activities with youth.
Build strong, positive relationships with youth and facilitate team building between groups, giving youth a sense of dignity and belonging.
Assist Program Director and Assistant Program Director with implementing curricula, engaging youth in learning and recreational activities.
Assist with implementing creative strategies to retain youth throughout the program.
Engage youth in wrap‑around services within The Salvation Army and work with external partners to provide additional support services as needed.
Act as the liaison to youth, agency, families, and DFSS personnel.
Assist with data collection and entry into Cityspan, SIMS, and other DFSS‑designated platforms.
Implement performance measurement tools with youth and ensure completion.
Attend mandatory training and learning meetings per request of DFSS, including but not limited to training for Cityspan and a DFSS‑designated technology platform.
Complete all required training and certifications to remain in good standing.
Required Training and Certifications
Illinois Mandated Reporter Training, Certificate, and Acknowledgment of Mandated Reporter Status Form (annual).
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid Certification.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Education: A High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Experience: 3 years working with community outreach‑based programs.
Exposure to social services or faith‑based organizations is preferred.
Job Limitations
The individual will only commit Army resources that have not been allocated or approved.
The individual will keep the Program Director informed on all critical issues relating to their area of responsibility.
The individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
Light to moderate physical work; able to lift or move up to 25 lbs.
Regular use of office equipment including PC and gym equipment.
Must be able to work with clients that have poor social skills, mental illness, and substance abuse problems.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by fostering respectful communication and relationships with co‑workers, supervisors, and clients.
Competencies
Willingness to promote the mission of The Salvation Army.
Enthusiastic and friendly approach to duties with the ability to lead others positively.
Enthusiastic participation in DFSS‑sponsored professional development training, meetings, and conferences.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail, procedures, processes, and policies.
Ability to use initiative and be a self‑starter.
Positive attitude and flexibility in the face of changing priorities.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to the Program Director.
Acts as a representative of The Salvation Army and its mission in contacts related to duties.
Performance Measures
Evaluation of effectiveness in achieving outcomes, timeliness, and accuracy of assigned goals.
30‑, 60‑, and 90‑day, and annual performance reviews.
The Salvation Army Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
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