Mentor Coordinator for Youth Mentoring Programs

dreamprogram; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 7,000 - 8,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living stipend

Segal Education Award

Education award upon completion

Travel reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The DREAM Program is seeking a Mentor Coordinator to support Youth Service Managers and recruit/train volunteer mentors across college campuses. You will help advance the Village Mentoring model and ensure mentees receive holistic support.

The role emphasizes a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within a dynamic AmeriCorps team. You will work 10–15 hours weekly, with evening meetings, trainings, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the U.S.A. due to AmeriCorps requirements.
• Be at least 17 years of age at the start of service.
• Agree to NSOPW checks, State repository checks, and FBI fingerprint-based history checks.
• Current Chair for DREAM at a Northern Vermont Chapter.
• Commitment to the entire service term.
• Commitment to the mission of AmeriCorps and DREAM.
• Desire to serve diverse communities with respect and inclusion.
• Access to a reliable phone.

Responsibilities

• Support youth through the Village Mentoring program and ensure mentors understand their roles.
• Coordinate with Youth Services Manager to assess mentee needs and foster partnership among community, staff and mentors.
• Provide resources and training to mentors for high-quality mentoring experiences.
• Build and maintain relationships with mentors and mentees in the chapter.
• Attend weekly Village Mentoring programs and participate in team meetings.
• Serve for the full academic year and engage in ongoing trainings.

Skills

Citizen status or residency

Background checks

Reliability and transportation

Team collaboration

Job description

The DREAM Program is seeking a Mentor Coordinator to support Youth Service Managers and recruit/train volunteer mentors across college campuses. You will help advance the Village Mentoring model and ensure mentees receive holistic support.

The role emphasizes a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within a dynamic AmeriCorps team. You will work 10–15 hours weekly, with evening meetings, trainings, and travel as needed.