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Youth Mentor Blessed Hands Agency Aurora, CO Job Details Part-time | Full-time $18 - $21 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Qualifications Bilingual Microsoft Excel Interpersonal skills Experience working with individuals with disabilities Program development Community relationship building Full Job Description Header Job Summary Join our dynamic team as a Youth Mentor and become a vital supporter in empowering young individuals to reach their full potential! In this role, you will foster positive development, provide guidance, and serve as a role model for youth from diverse backgrounds. Your energy, compassion, and dedication will help create safe, engaging environments where young people feel valued and inspired to grow. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your skills in youth development and community engagement. Responsibilities Build trusting relationships with youth by offering consistent support, encouragement, and mentorship. Develop and implement engaging activities aligned with youth development programs that promote social-emotional learning and life skills. Collaborate with families, schools, and community organizations to support the holistic needs of youth, including case management when necessary. Utilize positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) strategies to promote respectful behavior and conflict resolution within program settings. Support high-risk populations by providing tailored guidance, behavioral health resources, and crisis intervention when needed. Maintain accurate documentation of youth progress, program participation, and communication logs using Microsoft Office tools. Advocate for culturally diverse communities by creating inclusive environments that respect individual backgrounds and experiences. Skills Experience working with children and adolescents in educational, childcare, or youth program settings. Knowledge of special education needs and experience supporting individuals with disabilities or behavioral health challenges. Strong understanding of adolescent development principles and effective mentoring techniques. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for record keeping and reporting purposes. Ability to work effectively with culturally diverse communities and underserved populations. Excellent communication skills for engaging with youth, families, educators, and community partners. Conflict management skills combined with positive behavioral interventions to foster respectful interactions. Bilingual abilities are highly desirable to serve diverse populations effectively. Join us in shaping the future by inspiring confidence, resilience, and success among our youth! This rewarding role is perfect for passionate individuals eager to make a difference through dedicated mentorship and community engagement.

Pay:

$18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Mileage reimbursement

Work Location:

In person