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 more than 72,000 individuals and families each year at our 100 locations, including 10,000 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 live 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 Mentor

Reports To: Program Director

Location: 970 Vermont Street Brooklyn, NY 11207

What The Success Mentor Does:

● Foster respectful, professional relationships with students and school staff, maintaining confidentiality in all matters related to student information.
● Follow Universal Precautions, Standard Protocols, and ensure compliance with all Federal, State, City, and CAMBA privacy and security policies, including those protecting health information.
● Actively participate in the School Attendance team to design and implement strategies aimed at improving student attendance, aligning efforts with school objectives.
● Monitor daily student attendance, maintain accurate records, and identify at-risk students for timely intervention.
● Work directly with students struggling with chronic absenteeism, collaborating with staff to develop tailored solutions to improve attendance.
● Mentor 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 and progress.
● Empower students to advocate for themselves and provide necessary support to students and families to overcome barriers to success.
● Oversee students during breakfast, lunch, and recess, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment through the implementation of positive behavior strategies.
● Ensure student records, case notes, and attendance logs are kept accurate, up-to-date, and confidential.
● Assist 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 support services.
● Manage 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 data analysis.
● Support student leadership by co-advising student organizations and facilitating extracurricular activities.
● Develop 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 as needed.
● Organize and oversee student group activities, ensuring a structured, supportive environment for all participants.
● Design 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 resource coordination.
● Act as a liaison between students, families, and external service providers, advocating for student needs in areas such as housing, healthcare, and education.
● Ensure safe and orderly arrival and dismissal of students, verifying authorized pick-up and addressing any safety concerns during these times.
● Assist with tracking student attendance at arrival and ensure late arrivals follow appropriate sign-in procedures.
● Communicate with parents and guardians during arrival and dismissal to address any questions or concerns regarding student safety or attendance.
● Work closely with school and program staff to ensure the smooth delivery of programs and provide operational support as needed.
● Duties may evolve or expand based on program needs, with additional responsibilities assigned as necessary.

Education, Licenses and/or Certifications Required:
• High School Diploma or High school Equivalency.

Minimum Experience and Skills Required:
• At 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 software.

Job Specific Competencies:

● Must obtain Dept. of Education fingerprint clearance; doctor's note certifying good health; proof of negative results from TB test.
● Child supervisory experience is a must.
● Ability to adapt to the culture and environment of a public school.

Compensation: $25.22 hourly

Status: Full-time 

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.