Mentor Achieve Inc.

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Salida (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Hands-on training experience

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A rural support organization is seeking a Job Skills Mentor to work in a social enterprise coffee shop that provides training to individuals with neurodivergent and mental health challenges. The mentor will assist Achievers by modeling tasks and providing guidance during shifts. The role requires flexibility, strong communication skills, and a commitment to creating a supportive environment. This position offers flexible hours ranging from 3 to 20 hours per week, with compensation based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working with neurodivergent individuals is preferred.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Ability to adapt instruction to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Model tasks and provide guidance during coffee shop shifts.
• Create structure and predictability for Achievers.
• Reinforce workplace behaviors and life skills.

Skills

Mentoring

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

HOURS: 3-20 hours/week, based on successful candidate’s availability

COMPENSATION: $18-$20/hour, based on qualifications/experience(see additional benefits below); Achieve also welcomes volunteer mentors

SCHEDULE: Morning and/or afternoon shifts, 1 to 6 days/week, flexible based on successful candidate’s interest

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Achieve, Inc. provides innovative opportunities for individuals with neurodivergent and mental health challenges in rural Colorado to cultivate meaningful job and life skills. Brew & Bloom is a year-round social enterprise coffee shop that provides paid, hands-on job-skills training for program participants ("Achievers"). The Job Skills Mentor works alongside Achievers during coffee shop shifts to model tasks, provide guidance, and reinforce workplace behaviors and life skills. Mentors create structure and predictability, adapt instruction to individual needs, and help Achievers build confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Mentors are friendly, encouraging, and approachable, while maintaining a professional trainer/mentor role (not a peer or social buddy). This includes using Achieve-approved communication channels, protecting confidentiality, and following clear professional boundaries.

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