YMI Coordinator, Beacon 271

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. CAMBA serves more than 65000 individuals and families each year citywide including almost 13000 youth. Our 180 programs in over 100 locations improve the lives of a diverse cross section of New Yorkers. From homelessness prevention in Staten Island to supportive housing in the Bronx; from employment training in Manhattan to after school programs and college access in Brooklyn; from family shelter and support in Queens to increasing affordable housing across the city CAMBA provides holistic services to help struggling New Yorkers stabilize their lives and become self-sufficient.

The Young Mens Initiative (YMI) Mentoring Program is a DYCD-funded initiative designed to improve outcomes for young people particularly Black and Latino youth through structured mentoring leadership development and group-based programming. The program focuses on building confidence supporting academic and career exploration and fostering positive relationships with caring adults. Programs are delivered in community-based settings and require consistent implementation of structured mentoring sessions participant tracking and engagement strategies aligned with DYCD expectations.

Position: YMI Coordinator

Reports To: Program Director

Location: 164 Troy Avenue Brooklyn NY 11213

Position Overview: The YMI Coordinator is responsible for the full coordination and implementation of the site-based mentoring program. This includes planning and facilitating weekly mentoring sessions recruiting and supporting mentors and participants managing all program documentation and ensuring compliance with DYCD requirements. This role is both administrative and programmatic. The Coordinator is expected to lead sessions manage logistics (including trips and events) maintain organized records for audits and site visits and ensure the program runs consistently and effectively throughout the year.

What Does a/the YMI Coordinator Do:

Plan and facilitate weekly group mentoring sessions (minimum 90 minutes) aligned with YMI goals.
Design engaging theme-based activities focused on leadership self-confidence career exploration and community engagement.
Coordinate and execute special events trips and service-learning projects.
Ensure consistent program scheduling and delivery throughout the school year.
Recruit screen onboard and support mentors in alignment with DYCD guidelines.
Coordinate mentor training orientation and ongoing engagement.
Maintain mentor-to-mentee group structures (typically small groups).
Monitor mentor participation and address engagement issues as needed.
Lead outreach efforts to recruit eligible youth (grades 512).
Manage participant enrollment onboarding and retention strategies.
Build relationships with participants to maintain consistent attendance and engagement.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date participant and mentor files including intake forms and consent documentation.
Ensure all records are organized and audit-ready for DYCD visits and DYCD monitoring.
Track attendance participation and program outcomes using DYCD Connect or required systems.
Submit required reports (monthly quarterly and as requested).
Organize and maintain all program documentation (digital and physical files).
Coordinate scheduling space usage and materials for sessions and events.
Manage program budget components related to activities trips and supplies ( incoordination with supervisor).
Book trips coordinate logistics and ensure all approvals and safety protocols are followed.
Attend required trainings meetings and DYCD check-ins.
Maintain regular communication with program leadership and DYCD representatives.
Collaborate with site staff to integrate mentoring into broader program offerings.
Ensure program adherence to all safety supervision and incident reporting protocols.
Support site-wide events and initiatives connected to YMI goals.
Serve as a positive role model for youth participants.
Other duties as assigned.

What are the Qualifications for the Position:

Education Licenses and/or Certifications Required:
High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Experiences and Skills Required:
Two (2) years of relevant experience.
Experience working with youth (middle school and/or high school)
Experience in mentoring youth development or group facilitation preferred
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail (especially with documentation)
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a part-time structure
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to lead engaging group activities

Pre and/or Post Employment Requirements:
If off-site or school-based may require: Dept. of Health Dept. of Education fingerprint clearance; doctors note certifying good health; proof of negative results from TB test; and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance.
If off-site or school-based ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.

Compensation: $21.22 hourly

When 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 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: Part-Time
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance dental insurance 403(b) retirement plan with employer match paid time off (vacation personal and sick time) and paid holidays.

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.