S.T.E.P. Program Mentor

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:
NYFS is a non-profit social service agency working for the northern suburbs since 1976. Each year over 4,000 individuals and families are helped by our programs. Our services include employment programs for at-risk youth, mental health counseling for all ages, senior chore services, community social workers, juvenile delinquency intervention, summer camp and a day treatment program for youth

HOURS PER WEEK: 4-6    DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position involves work in the following areas:

• Guide students as they discover community needs, take action through service work and learn through reflection and evaluation
• Act in a professional and caring manner to build healthy relationships with youth.
• Report directly to STEP Coordinator and communicate periodically with NYFS Community Services staff.
• Assist staff as they identify leadership and youth development opportunities

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
The ideal candidate would be creative, resourceful, flexible and able to work with diverse groups of people, including other volunteers. Excellent interpersonal skills are required and a willingness to work in partnership with youth ages 12 to 15. The candidate should have 2 years of experience working directly with youth.  Willing to commit to one Saturday service project (per month…summer and school-year commitments range from 2-7 months).

HOW TO APPLY:         
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume via email or mail to

Northwest Youth & Family Services
Attn: Tim Gusk
3490 Lexington Ave. North
Shoreview, MN 55126
tim@nyfs.org