Youth Mentor - Rockford, United States - Marshmallow's Hope

Description

Overview:
Marshmallow's Hope is a nonprofit organization focused on youth suicide prevention.

As a Therapeutic Mentor, you will play a vital role in supporting at-risk youth by providing guidance, mentorship, and positive role modeling.

You will engage with youth in various community activities and outings, fostering their personal growth, social skills, and emotional well-being.

Responsibilities:

• Establish rapport and build trusting relationships with atrisk youth through regular interactions and activities.
• Plan and coordinate community outings, recreational activities, and social events tailored to the interests and needs of youth participants.
• Provide emotional support, encouragement, and guidance to youth facing challenges such as behavioral issues, academic struggles, or family conflicts.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor, demonstrating healthy coping strategies, problemsolving skills, and constructive communication techniques.
• Assist youth in developing life skills, such as decisionmaking, conflict resolution, and selfregulation, to enhance their independence and resilience.
• Collaborate with case managers, therapists, and other professionals involved in the care of youth to ensure coordinated and holistic support.
• Monitor and document progress, achievements, and challenges of youth participants, maintaining accurate and confidential records.
• Advocate for the needs and rights of youth within the community and educational settings, promoting inclusion, acceptance, and access to resources.
• Stay informed about best practices, trends, and emerging issues related to youth mentoring, mental health, and traumainformed care.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with atrisk youth, preferably in a mentoring, coaching, or counseling capacity preferred but not required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of youth development principles, adolescent psychology, and traumainformed care approaches preferred but not required.
• Empathy, patience, and resilience to navigate challenging situations and build rapport with youth facing adversity.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing needs and schedules, including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation for community outings and activities, as well as auto insurance.
• Commitment to professional ethics, boundaries, and confidentiality guidelines.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative environment.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications, relevant experience, and motivation for applying

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, vacation and sick.


Pay:
$ $20.00 per hour


Expected hours:
per week


Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Adolescents
• Children

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• After school
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location:
In person