Impactful Youth Mentor & Role Model

Friends of the Children - Eastern Washington; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick leave

Paid holidays

Medical benefits (vision & dental)

401k retirement plan

EAP

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Friends of the Children - Eastern Washington is seeking a full‑time Professional Mentor to develop sustained, supportive relationships with eight children. The role includes planning activities, ensuring safety, and documenting progress across schools, homes, and community locations.

You will partner with families and educators to foster life skills, resilience, and educational success, while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred, plus three years’ experience working/volunteering with children.
• Alternatively, minimum seven years of progressive experience working with children and families will be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• Commitment to serving in the role for a minimum of three years.
• Sense of humor is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term mentoring relationships with assigned children.
• Maintain supervision and safety for each child during activities.
• Plan mentoring activities in schools, homes, and community locations.
• Document activities and complete required reporting on time.
• Collaborate with parents, families, and educators to support youth development.
• Remain flexible to adapt to changing needs and environments.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Three years’ experience with children

Tools

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

Friends of the Children - Eastern Washington is seeking a full‑time Professional Mentor to develop sustained, supportive relationships with eight children. The role includes planning activities, ensuring safety, and documenting progress across schools, homes, and community locations.

You will partner with families and educators to foster life skills, resilience, and educational success, while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.