Job Description
Job Description
Site-based Mentor Broadview (SBM)
(1.5 hour every Saturday, $75 per session) Part-time Contractor
The Site-Based Mentor will play a crucial role in guiding, supporting, and coaching students at a specific location (e.g., school, community center, or organization). This role involves providing personalized mentoring to youth, fostering their growth, and assisting them in overcoming challenges related to academic, or personal development. The SBM will be the point of contact for mentees and will work closely with program coordinators, other mentors, and key stakeholders to ensure the success and well-being of each individual. The SBM will report directly to the Executive Director, Bernard Lilly Sr.
Key Responsibilities :
Provide one-on-one or small group mentoring to assigned individuals, offering guidance in areas such as academic achievement, personal growth, and social skills. Build trusting relationships with mentees to encourage open communication and growth.
Develop personalized action plans to help mentees set and achieve goals.
Collaborate with mentees to set clear, measurable goals for personal and academic development. Regularly track and evaluate mentees' progress, adjusting strategies as necessary to ensure successful outcomes. Maintain accurate records of mentoring sessions, achievements, and challenges.
Assist mentees in developing essential life skills, including time management, study habits, and problem-solving. Provide resources, tools, and strategies to help mentees overcome obstacles and improve their skills.
Provide regular feedback to program coordinators, supervisors, and other relevant stakeholders regarding mentees progress and any challenges they may be facing. Report on any significant developments, success stories, or areas requiring additional support.
Work closely with other mentors, educators, counselors, or managers to coordinate support services and resources for mentees. Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and workshops to enhance mentoring effectiveness.
Encourage mentees to become involved in community service, networking opportunities, or extracurricular activities to foster personal growth. Help connect mentees with relevant community resources or opportunities for further development.
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For more information about College Mentoring Experience, please visit www.collegementoringexperience.org
College Mentoring Experience, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits and training.
American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement : External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job specific functions (listed within each job responsibility) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Mentor • Chicago, IL, US