Youth Mentor

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible hours

Training provided

Mentorship experience

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a dedicated Youth Mentor for a part-time role. You will guide and support young people, helping them develop life skills, achieve educational goals, and make positive choices for their future.

You will build trusting relationships, provide encouragement and feedback, and contribute to a supportive community that fosters personal growth in youth across Rustenburg. This is a part-time position with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with youth in education, coaching, or community programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to connect with diverse age groups.
• Patience, empathy and a genuine passion for youth development.
• Ability to plan and lead group activities and workshops.
• Background check clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one mentoring to assigned youth participants.
• Assist youth in setting and achieving personal, educational, and career goals.
• Organize and facilitate engaging group activities and workshops focused on life skills development.
• Monitor participant progress and provide regular feedback to encourage engagement.
• Collaborate with parents, guardians, and school personnel to ensure a cohesive support system.
• Serve as a positive role model demonstrating integrity, respect, and accountability.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an inspiring and dependable Youth Mentor to join their dynamic team in Rustenburg . This role is focused on guiding and supporting young people, helping them to develop life skills, achieve their educational goals, and make positive choices for their future. You will act as a positive role model, building trusting relationships and providing encouragement and constructive feedback. This part-time position offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to directly impact the lives of young individuals in the Rustenburg area, fostering their personal growth and potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one mentoring and guidance to assigned youth participants.
• Assist youth in setting and achieving personal, educational, and career goals.
• Organize and facilitate engaging group activities and workshops focused on life skills development.
• Monitor participant progress, providing regular feedback and support to encourage engagement.
• Collaborate with parents, guardians, and school personnel to ensure a cohesive support system.
• Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating integrity, respect, and accountability.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with youth, such as in education, coaching, or community programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with diverse age groups.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for youth development.
• Ability to plan and lead group activities and workshops.
• Background check clearance is required.
• Availability for flexible, part-time hours, including some evenings or weekends as needed in Rustenburg .

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate for a part-time position.
• Flexible working hours designed to accommodate personal schedules.
• Valuable experience in youth development and mentorship.
• Opportunity to contribute positively to the future of young people in Rustenburg .
• Training and support provided to enhance mentoring skills.
• A rewarding role that offers personal and professional fulfillment.