FORERUNNER MENTORING PROGRAM

“We exist to fulfill the potential of every young man in Lake Highlands growing up without a father-figure at home by providing mentoring, programs, and family support in the name of Jesus.”

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Site Lead | 6-12th Grade After-School Mentoring Program

BASIC FUNCTION 

The 6th-12th Grade Site Lead is responsible for the management of an after-school mentoring program site of approximately 40-60 students. The Site Lead, in coordination with the Youth Coordinator, manages a team of Coaches (or group leaders) as they facilitate Monday-Friday programming from 3pm-6pm. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as the primary support for site's Coaches; leading the team in day-to-day site and student management
  • Equip Coaches with the supplies and equipment needed to execute program activities
  • Support Coaches in day to day functions as needed (behavior management, transitions, activities, etc.)
  • Prep and lead team huddles to communicate any announcements, reminders, and/or encouragements and prayer needs for the day/week
  • Ensure Coaches' facilitation of daily functions and processes are meeting program expectations (stations, curriculums, discipline procedures, etc.)
  • Provide in the moment feedback - praise and redirection - to guide Coaches in leading well
  • Conduct weekly "Pros and Grows" observations of Coaches and the site
  • Lead trainings for Coaches as needed
  • Ensure that new students complete all onboarding tasks (completing a personal roadmap, signing behavior contract, being informed of incentives/expectations)
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed
  • Conduct daily observations of program to ensure safety procedures are followed (red line reminders, doors locked, unauthorized check-out, no children without seatbelts in the vans, etc)
  • Ensure all adults have a name tag or other ID; unauthorized and unidentified persons should never be allowed access to the facility or areas where students are playing outside.
  • Immediately intervene in any circumstance that poses a safety concern. Report safety violations and concerns to supervisor and/or the Director of Programs as needed.
  • Routinely train/review various aspects of safety procedures/policies with the Coaches to ensure compliance and understanding.
• Maintain a high level of stewardship management for the site
  • Ensure that the program spaced used at the Junior High is clean and in order upon departure daily.
  • Report facility damages or concerns to the Youth Coordinator
  • Report supply and equipment needs to the Youth Coordinator
• Collaborate with the Youth Coordinator for site review and planning
  • Meet with the PC weekly to review site/team health and coordinate plans for upcoming week(s)
  • Take ownership and initiative in facilitating site specific activities that align with FMP values/end-goals
• Oversee parent communication
  • Immediately contact parents of any students unexpectedly absent from program.
  • Communicate with parents about any illness, injury, or incident involving or affecting their child during program. Make phone calls for early pick-up as needed.
  • Collect permission slips as needed for field trips and other activities that arise.
  • Appropriately build relationships with all parent/guardians during pick-up, behavioral conversations, etc.
• Oversee daily record keeping
  • Ensure ALL adults and students are checked in daily using the check ins systems immediately upon arrival
  • Complete injury/illness/incident reports on the daily of the occurrence
  • Maintain Site Lead weekly documentation (student info changes, tier consequences, etc) 

Embodiment of Core Values

• • Consistently models all 6 core values (Relationships Change Lives, Culture of Honor, Always Be Growing, Believe the Best, Trust the Process, Choose Thankfulness)
• Transportation Support
  • Assist in the van transportation of students for our programs (if eligible)

REQUIREMENTS

• Available to work 22-25 hours per week between the ranges of 1:30-6:30 Monday - Friday
• Three references with phone numbers and email addresses
• Successfully pass a drug test and background check
• Have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

• Ability to lead with enthusiasm and positivity.
• Ability to use problem-solving skills and make quality decisions.
• Strong relational skills with an ability to coach and correct in a positive manner.
• Have positive experience working with children, especially kids from hard places.

STATEMENT OF BELIEFS & CORE VALUES

Applicants should agree to our statement of beliefs and be willing to submit to a culture that adheres to our core values. 

DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of staff in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.