Mentor & Afterschool Program Coordinator

Job Title: Mentor & Afterschool Program Coordinator Department: Prevention / Out-of-School Time (OST) Reports To: Program Manager / Manager, Asset Building Employment Status: Full-Time 40 hours per week, Non-Exempt Pay Status: Hourly JOB SUMMARY The Mentor & Afterschool Program Coordinator supports the mission of Alternatives For Girls (AFG) by coordinating mentor programming and implementing licensed school-age child care and Out-of-School Time (OST) services.

This position is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, structured, developmentally appropriate, and engaging programming for school-aged youth during afterschool and summer hours. Mentor Program Coordination

• Recruit, screen, and train adult volunteer mentors in accordance with AFG policies and licensing requirements.
• Coordinate mentor-mentee matches and provide ongoing oversight.
• Facilitate supervised mentor-mentee group activities.
• Maintain mentor documentation and logs. Licensed School-Age Program Delivery
• Plan and facilitate structured afterschool and summer activities.
• Maintain required staff-to-child ratios and active supervision.
• Support daily routines including arrival, dismissal, meals, and transitions. Youth Supervision & Positive Guidance
• Maintain safety and supervision at all times.
• Use positive behavior guidance techniques.
• Document incidents and concerns as required. Documentation & Recordkeeping
• Maintain attendance records and required licensing documentation.
• Complete case notes, incident reports, and assessments.
• Support licensing inspections and monitoring. Family Communication & Engagement
• Communicate program expectations and schedules.
• Support family engagement and attendance. Program Operations & Safety
• Assist with program setup and cleanup.
• Support meal/snack distribution.
• Follow emergency, safety, and mandated reporting procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years experience in licensed school-age child care or OST programs.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.