High School Mentor, Volunteer

Careofsem; Roseville (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the non-profit sector is seeking dedicated volunteers for the High School Mentor role. This unique opportunity allows you to work closely with youth, fostering their self-esteem and leadership skills through engaging activities and lessons. As a mentor, you will collaborate with staff to create a positive camp experience, guiding groups of young participants in various activities. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about making a difference in the community and supporting the development of young minds. Join us in this rewarding volunteer position and help shape the future leaders of tomorrow!

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills to engage with youth.
• Ability to prepare and facilitate age-specific activities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate programming to build self-esteem and leadership in youth.
• Co-lead groups of 10-15 youth in lessons and activities.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Join to apply for the High School Mentor, Volunteer role at CARE of Southeastern Michigan.

Our mission is to strengthen resiliency in people and their communities through prevention, education, and services that improve the quality of life.

Job Title: High School Mentor, Volunteer
Status: Temporary
Location: Roseville, MI 48066

CARE of Southeastern Michigan is currently accepting applications for a High School Mentor Volunteer to facilitate our alternative spring break and summer camp programming. As a member of the Prevention Team, the ideal candidate will work with youth to deliver programming related to building self-esteem, strengthening resiliency, and developing leadership skills. This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with CARE staff members to prepare age-specific activities and lesson plans for the upcoming camp season. The High School Mentor will help co-lead groups of 10-15 youth, facilitating lessons, leading craft projects and games, while interacting with other staff and guests. The ideal candidate will serve as a strong support to CARE staff members, practice patience and empathy with our campers, and be an ideal role model to the youth attending our camps. This position includes preparation time for lesson planning (2-4 sessions) before camp. The Mentor will assist with the management of campsite setup.

Applicant has discretion to choose which camp they would like to volunteer for.

Summer Camp Dates:
All applicants must be available for the entire week of camp that they are assigned to:

• Leadership Camp #1: June 16th to June 20th
• Leadership Camp #2: June 23rd to June 27th
• Camp CARE: July 28, 2025 – July 31, 2025 & August 4, 2025 & August 7, 2025.

Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Job function

Other

Industries

Non-profit Organizations