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About the Role

Jericho Project is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Young Adult (YA) Mentor to provide services with an awareness of, sensitivity to, and respect for diversity. This position will engage with Walton House Young Adult clients, offering support and guidance for outreach, housing stabilization, and service provision. Responsibilities include outreach, intake, and organizing recreational and social events.

Responsibilities

• Work with clinical and workforce development staff to identify and address young adult needs.
• Accompany young adults to Housing Court, Section-8 briefing appointments, HRA office, Social Security Office, housing inspections, and apartment searches.
• Assist young adults in gaining education/career-oriented skills and meeting their service plan goals.
• Participate in and encourage young adult involvement in onsite and offsite groups and events.
• Run one bi-weekly group to offset required bi-weekly YA events.
• Organize recreational and social events for the YA cohort.
• Collaborate with Veteran Peer Mentor on ongoing events and event planning.
• Collaborate with Program Director, Assistant Director, Life Coaches, and Career Counselor for participant development, motivation, and mentorship.
• Conduct outreach to community organizations, schools, housing courts, and food pantries to identify resources and opportunities for young adults.
• Develop and maintain community linkages for referrals and assist in completing a YA Resource Book within the first year.
• Maintain effective working relationships with external community partners and program staff.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings.
• Actively assist and participate in all program activities and special events, including attending community meetings and keeping minutes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by Assistant Program Director or Program Director.

Requirements

• High School diploma required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred or extensive experience in lieu of education.
• Must have experienced homelessness/housing crisis between ages of 18-25.
• CASAC credentials preferred.
• Experience working in homelessness, substance abuse, mental health, and/or trauma settings preferred.
• Understanding of the LGBTQ community and issues specific to the young adult population.
• Must be a self-starter with the skills and energy to work with high-need Young Adults.
• Strong organizational, writing, and computer skills.
• Strong engagement and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to travel to various sites.
• Ability to speak, hear, see, and write.
• Ability to use a computer and related software programs.
• Local and/or national travel required.
• May require some longer weekday/weekend commitments.

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Writing skills
• Computer skills
• Engagement skills
• Interpersonal skills

Location

• Melrose (Bronx)

Work Type

• Non-Exempt

Education Level

• High School diploma
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree

Salary/Compensations

• $43,000.00 to $45,000.00 annualized

About the Company

• Jericho Project is a nationally recognized nonprofit working to end homelessness since 1983.
• Serves nearly 3,000 New Yorkers annually, including veterans, young adults, and families, many of whom identify as LGBTQ+.
• Provides over 600 units of supportive housing through seven permanent residences and scattered-site apartments.
• Utilizes a housing-first model with wraparound services including housing, employment, wellness, and family support.
• In 2024, facilitated over 570 housing placements, secured nearly 275 job placements, and delivered over 750 therapy sessions.
• Committed to expanding reach by an additional 2,000 units of housing.
• Aims to help individuals and families build lasting independence and well-being.

Equal Opportunity

• All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel welcome and valued.
• Believes that diversity and inclusion are essential to success.