PROGRAM ASSOCIATE

Pay Range: $22-$25/hour based on experience.

Part-Time Position: 20-29 hours per week

In-person Monday-Thursday

About Friends for Youth:

Friends for Youth is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to empowering underserved youth through mentorship and community relationships. Our mission is to provide every young person who needs a mentor with a mentor.

Our Core Values:

Equity and Social Justice

Community-Centered Collaboration

Innovation and Agility

Individual and Organizational Integrity

Respectful, Supportive Relationships

Responsive, High Quality Service

For more information about Friends for Youth, please visit www.friendsforyouth.org

Job Description:

Friends for Youth is seeking an enthusiastic and capable Program Associate who will be guided by and report to a Program Coordinator. The Program Associate will

Responsibilities:

Facilitate 6-10 group mentorship programs by forming meaningful relationships and helping with problem-solving
Develop session plans and curriculum, as well as support program staff with evaluation and program development
Administer applications and surveys to support positive program quality.
Maintain program attendance across all group mentoring sessions.
Facilitate Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) discussions about Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, and Healthy Decision Making
Attend departmental meetings including supervisor check in meetings, weekly debrief meetings, and program level staff meetings
Communicate announcements or student updates to Friends For Youth Group Program Coordinator and/or school
Day-to-day community engagement and implementing strategies to engage community groups, corporations, media, and universities
Assist with Friends for Youth special events including mentorship activities, fundraising events, holiday parties, field trips, etc.

Qualifications:

Some college/ Bachelors preferred
Ability to effectively engage with a diverse group of adults and youth.
Proficiency in Youth Development practices/ classroom management
Comfortable with public speaking engagements.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Outstanding organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Passion for public service and youth development.
Valid Driver's License with reliable transportation required
Knowledge of local community and resources
Spanish speaker highly preferred

Working Conditions:

This role requires travel from site to site so reliable transportation is required.
Group Mentoring sessions are predominantly facilitated Monday through Thursday across multiple locations in San Mateo and Santa Clara County. Occasional mentoring sessions may be scheduled on Fridays with advanced notice.
Occasional work on evenings and weekends for mentorship and fundraising activities may be necessary.

FFY’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access

Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We do not expect every applicant to have every skill and qualification listed here, and we will consider the combination of formal education, training, and lived experience of each applicant. We are committed to supporting the career development of our employees and reflecting the diverse community around us. We strongly encourage people of color, women, and folks who are LGBTQ+ identifying, neurodivergent, and differently abled folks to apply. Read our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Statement of Principle

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