Youth Empowerment Mentor

Kroc Center Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center of Chicago is seeking a part-time mentor to support youth through guidance, goal setting, and positive role modeling. You will work under the Reimagine Coordinator to help youth develop coping skills and explore opportunities.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, active listening, and engaging youth in activities beyond the home, while maintaining clear communication with families and staff.

Qualifications

• 1+ year mentoring experience.
• Experience with a computer-based work environment and Word.

Responsibilities

• Support mentees by empowering them to resolve issues and develop coping strategies.
• Provide a model for healthy, trusting relationships through clear communication.
• Be an active listener and offer support and encouragement.
• Engage mentees in activities outside the home to reveal new opportunities.
• Maintain confidentiality of participants.
• Maintain clear communication with participants, tutors, instructors and families as needed.
• Support mentees with academic tasks and homework.
• Increase opportunities for career awareness and networking.

Skills

Mentoring

Word processing

Tools

Word

Job description

The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center of Chicago is seeking a part-time mentor to support youth through guidance, goal setting, and positive role modeling. You will work under the Reimagine Coordinator to help youth develop coping skills and explore opportunities.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, active listening, and engaging youth in activities beyond the home, while maintaining clear communication with families and staff.