Juvenile Justice Youth Mentor – Federal Work Study

Job no: 550526
Position type: Student Assistant - Federal Work Study
Location: Fullerton
Division/Equivalent: Fullerton
School/Unit: VP, Academic Affairs
Department/Office: Provost/VP, Acad Affairs
Categories: Administrative, Temporary, Part Time, On-site (work in-person at business location), Unit 15 - CSUEU - Student Assistants

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Job Title

Juvenile Justice Youth Mentor – Federal Work Study

Salary

Classification Range $16.50 - $24.00 per hour
Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications

Department

 Project Rebound

Work Schedule

TBD

Job Summary

Founded in 1967 by Professor John Irwin, Project Rebound was established to help individuals transition directly from the criminal justice system into San Francisco State University. The program emphasizes education as an alternative to incarceration, transforming former prisoners into scholars. Since its inception, hundreds have earned degrees. In 2016, Project Rebound expanded to nine CSU campuses, including Cal State Fullerton. The program provides educational, tutorial, mentorship, and vocational resources, focusing on the holistic needs of formerly incarcerated students to help them succeed in higher education.


The Project Rebound Dare 2 Dream Juvenile Justice Program Youth Mentor plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives of justice-involved youth by providing guidance, support, and encouragement to help them envision and work towards a brighter future. This position is part of the broader Project Rebound initiative at CSU Fullerton, which is dedicated to supporting formerly incarcerated individuals through educational and community-based programs. The Dare 2 Dream program specifically targets youth who are at risk of or have been involved with the juvenile justice system, helping them to develop life skills, educational aspirations, and a sense of personal agency.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Experience working with justice-involved youth or similar populations, preferably within an educational or social services context.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with and inspire young people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Commitment to social justice, restorative practices, and the belief in the potential for personal transformation through education and mentorship.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team of professionals and community partners.
  • Flexibility and adaptability in responding to the evolving needs of program participants and the program itself.
  • Students are responsible for driving to and from different locations. 

Required Qualifications
  • Current student at CSUF and is enrolled/registered (fees paid) in a current regular semester as a new or continuing student.
  • Student who has completed the prior semester (has not graduated), or who is registered for the subsequent semester.
  • In good academic standing (not on academic probation, continued probation, academic dismissal).
  • Student who is authorized to work in the United States and can provide employment eligibility documents.

Out-of-state Employment Policy

 In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU related work within the State of California.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency.  All unsolicited resumes will be returned without review.  California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

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