Impactful Youth Mentor (8-Child Program)

Friends of the Children - Utah; Kearns (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Paid leave and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Friends of the Children – Utah is seeking a dedicated Professional Mentor to work intensively with eight children, building trusting, long-term relationships that support academic, social, and personal growth. You will set goals, provide mentorship, and document progress within a trauma-informed framework.

Expect a full-time, non-traditional schedule including afternoons, evenings, and some weekends. Candidates should be prepared to advocate for youth and collaborate with families, schools, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; combination of relevant education and professional experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain long-term, caring relationships with eight children.
• Spend 3–4 hours weekly with each youth in home, school, and community.
• Set goals with youth and caregivers and develop plans to meet them.
• Teach life and academic skills and promote healthy habits.
• Provide enrichment resources and promote cultural awareness.
• Support behavioral, emotional, and prosocial development.
• Advocate for additional resources and navigate systems to aid academic success.
• Complete documentation and participate in evaluation processes.
• Work a full-time non-traditional schedule including afternoons, evenings, and some weekends.
• Manage allocated budget and perform administrative tasks.

Job description

Friends of the Children – Utah is seeking a dedicated Professional Mentor to work intensively with eight children, building trusting, long-term relationships that support academic, social, and personal growth. You will set goals, provide mentorship, and document progress within a trauma-informed framework.

Expect a full-time, non-traditional schedule including afternoons, evenings, and some weekends. Candidates should be prepared to advocate for youth and collaborate with families, schools, and