Youth Mentor (Full Time & Part Time)

Anderson Behavioral Health; Marshville (NC); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Flexible work options

Supportive team culture

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Anderson Behavioral Health in Marshville, North Carolina, is hiring Youth Mentors to work directly with young boys and adolescent men. This active role focuses on building their confidence, discipline, and life skills. Applicants should have a high school diploma and experience working with youth. The position offers hourly pay ranging from $18 to $21, with flexible work options and paid training. This is a great opportunity for those passionate about youth development and behavioral health.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in various settings is preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to consistently support and hold youth accountable.

Responsibilities

• Mentor boys and young men through real-life experiences.
• Help youth with emotional control and confidence.
• Model calm leadership and build trust with actions.

Skills

Youth development

Calm under pressure

Coaching

Behavioral health

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Career Opportunities with Anderson Behavioral Health

A great place to work.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

This Is More Than a Job. It’s Mentorship.

If you’ve ever coached a team, stepped in for a kid who needed guidance, or felt called to help young men grow into their best selves — this role is for you.

Anderson Health Services is hiring Youth Mentors to work directly with boys and adolescent young men helping them build confidence, discipline, emotional strength, and life skills.

This is an active, hands‑on role for people who believe presence matters — and who aren’t afraid to lead by example.

Who We Are

Anderson Health Services is a youth-focused behavioral health organization grounded in:

Love, Care, Kindness, and Compassion.

We believe strong relationships change lives.
We believe structure builds safety.
And we believe young men thrive when they have consistent, positive role models.

What You’ll Actually Do

As a Youth Mentor, you won’t sit behind a desk. You will:

• Mentors boys and adolescent young men through real-life experiences
• Emotional control and confidence
• Respect, boundaries, and accountability
• Daily life skills and routines
• Model calm leadership, consistency, and strength
• Show up when it matters most (after school, evenings, weekends)
• Build trust through actions, not lectures
• Document sessions clearly and responsibly
• Work closely with a supportive clinical and leadership team

This Role Is a Strong Fit If You Are

• Athletic or active
• A coach, former athlete, or team leader
• Comfortable setting boundaries and holding youth accountable
• Calm under pressure
• Motivated by impact, not just a paycheck
• Looking to build experience in:
  • Youth development
  • Behavioral health
  • Coaching, counseling, or human services

What We Offer

• $18–$21 per hour (based on experience)
• Flexible full‑time and part‑time options
• Paid training and ongoing development
• Supportive team culture — you won’t do this alone
• Mileage reimbursement (when applicable)
• Real experience that matters if you’re pursuing:
  • Counseling
  • Social work
  • PsychologyEducation
  • Youth or community leadership

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience working with youth (sports, mentoring, camps, schools, after‑school programs, faith or community groups, behavioral health, etc.)
• Reliable transportation & valid driver’s license
• Ability to be consistent, firm, and supportive
• Comfortable following structured plans and expectations

Bonus (Not Required, But Helpful)

• Background in behavioral health, education, or human services
• Experience working with youth who struggle with emotions or behavior

Why This Work Matters

For some of the boys you’ll mentor, you may be the most consistent positive presence in their week.