Youth Mentor

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WHO ARE WE?

Rise Up is a youth-driven program providing a safe space for youth ages 12-18 to discover their strengths and abilities, and to explore opportunities for success through community engagement, active participation, and positive youth development. Rise Up is one of Together We Own It’s programs.

DETAILS:

• 77 John Street Westminster MD 21157
• Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday, 12-6pm
• Commitment: 2-24 hours per week

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT RISE UP

• Training in Restorative Practices including Restorative Circles, Restorative Conferencing, and Restorative Justice.
• Restorative Youth Empowerment training (approach based on Restorative Practices and Positive Youth Development)
• Restorative Youth Development Facilitator Certificate after 40 hours.
• Advanced Facilitator Certificate after 120 hours.
• Gain experience working with struggling youth referred through Carroll County Public School's, Department of Juvenile Services, and community mental health/human service agencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES (MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

YOUTH ONE-ON-ONE MENTOR (M-Th, 12pm-3pm)

• Assist youth with virtual learning.
• Assist youth in setting goals and creating a plan of achievement.
• Promote healthy and positive choices.
• Support development of employability skills, enhancement of academic skills, group participation, and community engagement.

YOUTH GROUP MENTOR (M-Th, 3-6PM)

• Lead Restorative Circles and Restorative Conferencing.
• Lead various group activities.
• Assist youth in setting goals and creating a plan of achievement.
• Promote healthy and positive choices.
• Support development of employability skills, enhancement of academic skills, group participation, and community engagement.
• Assist with data collection and research.
• Participate in hands-on activities which may require physical group activity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check