Chaffee County Mentors seeks full time Program Coordinator

Chaffee County Mentors seeks full time Program Coordinator who is a highly organized and personable individual capable of managing multiple program activities and office duties. This individual must take initiative and spearhead projects independently, including running Youth In Action – peer mentoring that empowers middle school students as mentors and reading buddies to pre-school children.  Other duties include: supporting adult-youth mentoring matches; recruiting, screening, and training volunteer mentors; running monthly group activities; budget management; grant reporting; and fundraising.  Desirable skills include: background in education, demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse youth in mixed-age groups, demonstrated ability to work in a strengths-based fashion with parents and families, volunteer and staff training and management, proficient computer skills, graphic design, strong verbal and written communication skills, and ability to travel county-wide and work evenings and some weekends.  While direct service skills are critical, organization is key as the position is half-time paperwork.  College degree required.

Position is based out of Salida Family & Youth Initiatives office.  Salaried position with benefits.  $32,000 to $35,000 based on experience.  More info and complete job description online: www.chaffeementors.org.  To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, and two letters of reference by 5pm on 02/16/10 to Eleanor Fahrney, Program Manager, Chaffee County Mentors, 124 East 2nd St, Salida, CO 81201.  Position starts 04/01/10.

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