Trauma‑Informed Youth Mentor (After‑School)

Children'S Home Network; Brandon (FL); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Children's Home Network in Brandon, FL seeks a Guiding Stars Mentor to provide one-on-one support to K-8 students with social-emotional challenges, disabilities, or developmental delays. Build trusted relationships, plan activities, and promote skills in communication, emotional regulation, and healthy relationships.

Mentors work 5-19 hours weekly at $20/hour, with after-school and weekend sessions. Training emphasizes trauma-informed care, confidentiality, and collaboration with families

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma required; an associate degree is acceptable, and a bachelor's degree is strongly preferred.
• At least two years of experience working with children.
• Experience working with children with varying abilities.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook Calendar, and web-based data management tools.
• Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, and reliable personal vehicle.
• Personal cell phone for communication with families and the organization.
• Must pass required drug screening, fingerprinting, and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Build safe, stable, and nurturing relationships with children using trauma-informed practices.
• Plan and participate in activities that encourage social-emotional growth, confidence, and independence.
• Help children develop communication, emotional regulation, life, and academic skills.
• Encourage children to recognize their strengths, talents, and abilities.
• Model positive behavior and provide encouragement and reinforcement.
• Support families and connect them with helpful services and community resources.
• Attend monthly team meetings, group activities, and regular progress check-ins.
• Participate in quarterly Family Team Conferences with the child and family.
• Document weekly mentoring activities, track hours, and report progress or concerns to the Program Manager.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow organizational policies and procedures.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Trauma-informed care

Reliability & professionalism

Boundaries & confidentiality

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree acceptable

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook Calendar

Web-based data management tools

Job description

The Children's Home Network in Brandon, FL seeks a Guiding Stars Mentor to provide one-on-one support to K-8 students with social-emotional challenges, disabilities, or developmental delays. Build trusted relationships, plan activities, and promote skills in communication, emotional regulation, and healthy relationships.

Mentors work 5-19 hours weekly at $20/hour, with after-school and weekend sessions. Training emphasizes trauma-informed care, confidentiality, and collaboration with families