Human Services Mentor

As a full-time Human Services Mentor at Fedcap, Inc., you will have the exciting opportunity to work at our Jamaica, NY location and make a positive impact in the lives of those you serve. Not only will you have the chance to help individuals with criminal justice backgrounds reintegrate into society, but you will also get to work with a team of mentors who share your passion for serving others. This position earns competitive pay $35,000 - $40,000 per year and enjoys great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), short- and long-term disability, a 403(b) plan, an employee assistance program, a future mom's program, and life insurance. If we have your attention, apply today to begin your journey as a mentor!

A LITTLE ABOUT OUR NONPROFIT

Launched as part of The Fedcap Group in 2018, Fedcap, Inc. offers a wide array of programs and services to help individuals achieve success in education and employment to become self-sufficient adults. Our specific focus areas include case management, work readiness, vocational or employer-based training, job placement, and post-placement support. We provide a broad range of services to thousands of individuals across a growing footprint, helping them achieve economic and social well-being.

We are committed to making sustainable, high-outcome, and life-changing differences for the individuals and families we serve. Our services are only as effective as the quality of the people who make up our team. To achieve our mission, we strive to attract and retain talented and committed staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

YOUR DAY AS A HUMAN SERVICES MENTOR

As a Human Services Mentor with our human services nonprofit, your primary responsibility is to work closely with clients on a daily basis, providing them with guidance, support, and connections to healthy and pro-social community activities, people, and resources. You engage in open and honest dialogue with respectful listening, while also sharing information about alternative perspectives and choices, all while maintaining clear interpersonal boundaries that establish your role as a mentor.

To ensure that our clients receive the best possible outcomes, you uphold the program's philosophy and principles that have been imparted to you through mentor training. Your ultimate goal is to assist your mentees in becoming accountable for their actions and understanding the impact of their behavior on the community. You are also required to complete reports about your interactions with your mentees.

You can rely on the support of our entire team, as well as the families of your mentees, other organizations, and more. Being part of a team that is dedicated to improving lives is an incredibly fulfilling experience that you cherish!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A HUMAN SERVICES MENTOR?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of experience in criminal justice
• Knowledge about criminal justice issues and populations, community health, HIV and Hep-C transmission and prevention, addiction and harm reduction, and socio-cultural issues
• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office
• Mature, reliable, trustworthy, and emotionally stable

Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required. Experience working with public assistance recipients, the homeless, the formerly incarcerated, or those affected by the challenges associated with poverty would be a plus.

We are looking for someone who is a great communicator, can take an analytical approach, and builds rapport easily. You also need to be highly organized and detail-oriented.

READY TO JOIN OUR NONPROFIT

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career at a nonprofit organization and are dedicated to helping those coming from the criminal justice system, apply today using our 3-minute application to join our team as a Human Services Mentor.

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