Youth Mentor and Support Coordinator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development

Impactful work

Mission-driven culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Youth Mentor and Support Coordinator to work remotely with youth in Welkom and surrounding areas. You will guide young people, support their personal and educational development, and connect them with resources to help them achieve their goals.

The role emphasizes mentorship, coordinating virtual workshops, tracking progress, and collaborating with parents, guardians and local schools to foster resilient, thriving adolescents within a flexible, supportive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education or related field.
• Experience in youth development, mentoring or counseling.
• Excellent virtual communication and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency with online collaboration tools.
• Strong understanding of adolescent psychology and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one mentorship addressing academic, social, and emotional needs.
• Coordinate virtual workshops and group activities focused on skill-building.
• Connect youth with community resources, educational opportunities, and career pathways.
• Track participant progress, set achievable goals, and celebrate milestones.
• Collaborate with parents, guardians, and educational institutions to support youth development.

Skills

Mentoring

Virtual communication

Youth development

Adolescent psychology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education

Tools

Online collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Youth Mentor and Support Coordinator to join their innovative team, operating remotely to serve youth in and around Welkom . This pivotal role involves guiding young individuals, fostering their personal and educational development, and connecting them with resources to achieve their goals. You will empower youth to overcome challenges, build confidence, and realize their potential through personalized mentorship and program coordination. This is an exceptional opportunity to create significant positive change in young lives from anywhere, within a forward-thinking organization that champions youth development and provides a flexible, supportive virtual work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one mentorship and guidance to young people, addressing their academic, social, and emotional needs.
• Coordinate and facilitate engaging virtual workshops and group activities focused on skill-building and personal growth.
• Connect youth with appropriate community resources, educational opportunities, and career pathways.
• Track participant progress, set achievable goals, and celebrate milestones.
• Collaborate with parents, guardians, and educational institutions to support youth development.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing youth in the Free State region.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in youth development , mentoring, or counseling.
• Excellent virtual communication and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency with online collaboration tools and platforms.
• Strong understanding of adolescent psychology and development.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse youth populations remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement providing excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunity to make a profound impact on young lives.
• Professional development opportunities in youth work and remote engagement.
• A dynamic and mission-driven organizational culture.