Youth and Children's Ministry
Youth In Transition Relationship Manager
POSITION: Youth in Transition Relationship Manager
REPORTS TO: Community Engagement Director
STATUS: Salary
HOURS: Full-time
SALARY RANGE: $58,000 – $61,000/year
LOCATION: Aurora, CO Office, about 50% in office, 30% remote, 20% various locations.
PROJECT 1.27 OVERVIEW: Since 2004, Project 1.27’s mission has been to engage, inspire, recruit and resource churches and families to serve children in our community through faith-based family preservation, kinship care, foster care and adoption. A small faith-based non-profit, Project 1.27 has staff in Denver Metro, Colorado Springs and the Western Slope, and serves a network of 15 similar organizations across the U.S.
PROJECT 1.27 VALUES: Families, Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation and Hope
PURPOSE: Provide Christ-centered leadership to a new program focused on connecting youth 18-24 who have aged out of foster care without stable, positive adult presence in their lives with a trained Adult Mentor. We believe this type of stable connection is vital to decreasing the likelihood of poverty and homelessness for these vulnerable youth.
SCOPE: Responsible for launching and managing a new program, screening youth 18-24, screening Adult Mentors, training Adult Mentors, matching youth with Mentors, monitoring, tracking and reporting on progress of matches and program updates to ensure program success.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Youth Recruiting, Screening and Support
● Build relationships with community partner organizations and counties to identify youth who have a desire for mentoring.
● Respond to inquiries from youth.
● Interview youth and execute the paperwork and approval process for a match.
● Introduce potential mentors to youth for match approval.
● Provide assistance and support to youth as they grow in relationship with a Mentor. Mentor Screening, Training and Support
● Screen volunteer Mentors.
● Organize and facilitate training for Mentors
● Present information on potential youth matches to Mentor.
● Introduce potential mentors to youth for match approval.
● Provide assistance, support and ongoing training to mentors as they grow in relationship with a youth.
● Work with Church and Community Engagement team to facilitate mentor recruitment.
● Develop, organize and carry out family support groups, conferences, picnics and parties.
● Develop and maintain knowledge and relationships surrounding foster care and adoption to provide families with up-to-date support and resources.
● Maintain communication with assigned counties and Child Placing Agencies.
Organizational Management
● Data management: Utilizing Project 1.27’s database, accurately track program data and other information to provide proactive customer service, engagement and reporting.
● Ensure confidentiality and security of youth and mentor records.
● Provide accurate information for P1.27 awareness and informational resources.
● Provide winsome stories and articles for P1.27 communication channels, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy of information.
● Participate in biweekly staff meetings, as well as, team meetings and all-staff days.
● Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Character:
● Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.
● Maintains a Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Project 1.27.
● In full agreement with Project 1.27 mission, vision and values.
● Required to sign a statement of faith and staff policy letter.
● Willing to uphold the mission, staff and stakeholders in prayer.
● Adaptable and discreet, maintains a high level of confidentiality.
● Self-starter who gets things done; able to inspire and motivate others.
● Respect for people of all backgrounds and a willingness to learn across differences.
● Able to combine care and compassion with healthy limits.
Competency:
● Experience working closely with youth and young adults who have experienced significant trauma.
● Three or more years’ experience in social services or a related field.
● Demonstrated virtual and in-person training experience with adult learners.
● Understanding and familiarity with trauma-informed practices.
● Demonstrated people and relationship development skills.
● High-level computer skills with Google Suite applications.
● Ability to navigate remote technology including Zoom and our database.
● Ability to communicate and represent Project 1.27 in different contexts including youth programs, child welfare meetings, churches and funders.
● Diplomatic team player with the ability to anticipate needs, set and achieve goals, navigate conflicts, and facilitate resolutions.
● Reliable transportation is required.
If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]
To Apply: If interested, please submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected]