PAL Mentor Coordinator

The Nashua Police Athletic League is seeking an energetic individual ready to implement and coordinate a new PAL mentor program. Responsibilities include:
• Recruit adult/ peer volunteers for mentor activities.
• Work actively (20- 30 hrs/wk) to implement and support all mentor activities.
• Engage youth in assorted activities within PAL Center and throughout community.
• Coordinate peer discussions and mentor activities.
• Track all participating youth.
• Develop and implement programming to promote crime prevention.
• Involve law enforcement to advance positive relationships among youth and law enforcement.
• Increase relationships and outreach with youth serving organizations.
• Attend two mandatory National PAL Implementation trainings.
• Conduct orientation and trainings for mentors and mentees.
• Complete and submit monthly reports to PAL Director and National PAL.
• Work in cooperation with National PAL and U.S. Department of Justice.
• Complete national criminal background checks for all employees and volunteers.
• Be prepared to start on April 1, 2010.

The above is a grant funded position in cooperation with National PAL and U.S. Dept of Justice. Funding begins April 1, 2010 and ends April 30, 2011. Salary - $1150 per month for a 13 month period.

High School Diploma Required. Previous experience with youth, after school programs, recreation centers, or similar experience is preferred. All resumes can be forwarded via email to youthsafehaven@nashuapal.com. Contact Shaun Nelson at 603-594-3733 for additional questions.