Part-Time Youth Independent Living Mentor

Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions in Topeka, KS seeks an Independent Living Support Worker to mentor youth, teach essential life skills, and maintain a safe, supportive environment in onsite apartments. You will guide residents through budgeting, cooking, housekeeping and job readiness, while coordinating with program partners and completing required reports.

The role emphasizes flexible weekend/PRN shifts, strong communication, and commitment to youth empowerment, with duties spanning counseling,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to interpret technical information, financial reports and program data.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfort with flexible hours.
• Commitment to youth development, safety and empowerment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet underwriting standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and support to youth in onsite apartments.
• Teach independent living skills (budgeting, cooking, housekeeping, job readiness).
• Serve as a positive role model and demonstrate healthy decision-making.
• Show units to prospective youth, collect rent, submit maintenance requests and run background checks.
• Maintain a safe, structured environment and conduct inspections for safety/compliance.
• Facilitate individual and group educational or counseling sessions.
• Monitor youth engagement with employment, education, mentorship resources.
• Complete required documentation and monthly summaries.
• Collaborate with partners to support individualized service plans.
• Provide on-call support and use de-escalation strategies as needed.
• Perform basic clerical and janitorial tasks; attend meetings and trainings.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation skills

Interpret technical information

Critical thinking

Flexible hours

Youth development

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions in Topeka, KS seeks an Independent Living Support Worker to mentor youth, teach essential life skills, and maintain a safe, supportive environment in onsite apartments. You will guide residents through budgeting, cooking, housekeeping and job readiness, while coordinating with program partners and completing required reports.

The role emphasizes flexible weekend/PRN shifts, strong communication, and commitment to youth empowerment, with duties spanning counseling,