Success Mentor, Community School (P.S 306)

Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.PS 306 Ethan Allen Community School is a school-based program that offers a strategy to organize resources and share leadership to integrate social services into the fabric of the schools. Community Schools offer a holistic approach toward improving academic performance driven by collaborative partnerships among principals, parents, teachers and CBOs. At the student level, Community Schools aim to increase student attendance, student engagement, development of social and emotional skills, and improve academic performance. At the school level, Community Schools aim to improve school culture, more actively engage families and provide seamless service delivery with partner organizations.Position: Success MentorReports To: Program DirectorLocation: 970 Vermont Street Brooklyn, NY 11207What The Success Mentor DoesFoster respectful, professional relationships with students and school staff, maintaining confidentiality in all matters related to studentFollow Universal Precautions, Standard Protocols, and ensure compliance with all Federal, State, City, and CAMBA privacy and security policies, including those protecting healthActively participate in the School Attendance team to design and implement strategies aimed at improving student attendance, aligning efforts with schoolMonitor daily student attendance, maintain accurate records, and identify at-risk students for timelyWork directly with students struggling with chronic absenteeism, collaborating with staff to develop tailored solutions to improveMentor students by setting academic, behavioral, and social goals, and tracking progress in collaboration with cohort teachers.Input and maintain accurate student data in the database, ensuring consistent tracking of attendance andEmpower students to advocate for themselves and provide necessary support to students and families to overcome barriers toOversee students during breakfast, lunch, and recess, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment through the implementation of positive behaviorEnsure student records, case notes, and attendance logs are kept accurate, up-to-date, andAssist in organizing school-wide activities that promote a positive school culture, such as, but not limited to, PBIS store, Community Circle, anti-bullying campaigns and leadership councils.Collaborate with school staff, families, and external organizations to ensure the successful execution of programs and student supportManage assigned projects from planning to completion, including task coordination, resource allocation, and tracking progress.Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports on program performance and attendance, ensuring accurate dataSupport student leadership by co-advising student organizations and facilitating extracurricularDevelop and implement lesson plans that support academic tutoring, leadership skills training, and social-emotional learning (SEL).Maintain a safe environment by addressing disciplinary issues promptly and escalating concerns to school personnel asOrganize and oversee student group activities, ensuring a structured, supportive environment for allDesign and update a monthly interactive SEL bulletin board to promote key concepts such as self-awareness, social awareness, and responsible decision-making.Provide logistical support for school events, ensuring materials and equipment are prepared and available for smooth execution.Support daily operational tasks, including file maintenance, supply management, and resourceAct as a liaison between students, families, and external service providers, advocating for student needs in areas such as housing, healthcare, andEnsure safe and orderly arrival and dismissal of students, verifying authorized pick-up and addressing any safety concerns during theseAssist with tracking student attendance at arrival and ensure late arrivals follow appropriate sign-inCommunicate with parents and guardians during arrival and dismissal to address any questions or concerns regarding student safety orWork closely with school and program staff to ensure the smooth delivery of programs and provide operational support asMinimum Education/Experience RequiredAssociate’s or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent college credits.Other RequirementsAt least two years of experience in child development or a similar area; experience working in school-based or youth services settings is strongly preferred.Strong administrative skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Docs and database softwareMust obtain Dept. of Education fingerprint clearance; doctor's note certifying good health; proof of negative results from TBChild supervisory experience is aAbility to adapt to the culture and environment of a publicCompensation: $23.76 hourlyWhen salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.Status: Temporary Full-time (35 hours per week)CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.