Mentorship Program Specialist

Purpose of the Role

As a Mentorship Program Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring that the mentorship program is effective, impactful, and aligned with program goals. This role requires active engagement with mentors, mentees, families, and community partners to build strong, enduring relationships that drive positive youth outcomes and fulfilling mentor experiences. Success in this role depends on your ability to recruit, match, support, and develop relationships that create lasting impact.

Qualifications for Success

Willingness and Ability to Succeed

• Must be willing and able to engage, support, and develop meaningful mentorship relationships.
• Ability to adapt as the role evolves and demonstrate initiative in problem-solving.

Education & Experience that Drive Results

• High school diploma or GED required – because foundational education helps ensure success in professional communication and documentation.
• Must be at least 21 years old – to ensure maturity and experience in handling mentorship responsibilities.
• Experience working with volunteers or in a mentoring program preferred – because past experience improves the ability to engage and support program participants effectively.

Skills That Ensure High Performance

• Strong communication skills (verbal & written) – because success in this role depends on effectively engaging mentors, mentees, families, and community partners.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and time-efficient – because timely documentation, recruitment efforts, and mentorship support are critical to program effectiveness.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively – because success in this role requires self-direction and teamwork to achieve program outcomes.
• Adaptable problem-solving mindset – because mentorship challenges require quick thinking, flexibility, and an action-oriented approach.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally – to actively engage with volunteers, mentees, and community partners.
• Understanding of volunteerism and community recruitment – because growing and maintaining a strong mentor network is key to long-term program success.

Commitment to Safety & Compliance

• Must pass a drug test and maintain a drug-free status – because a safe, professional environment is essential to the well-being and success of the mentorship program.
• Must pass a background check – because the safety and trust of mentees and their families depend on it.

Key Responsibilities for Success

Recruit and Maintain a Strong Mentor Network

• Conduct community outreach to recruit mentors.
• Develop and execute quarterly recruitment plans and measure effectiveness.

Ensure Effective Enrollment and Matching

• Lead mentor and mentee enrollment, including applications, screenings, and interviews.
• Facilitate successful matches between mentors and mentees with input from families.

Support and Develop Meaningful Mentor-Mentee Relationships

• Provide ongoing support, coaching, and supervision to all match parties.
• Offer engagement activities that foster relationship-building.
• Actively engage parents/guardians to ensure long-term match success.

Deliver High-Quality Programming and Maintain Compliance

• Implement evidence-based mentoring practices to ensure program quality.
• Work closely with the Program Coordinator to meet grant and program requirements.
• Track and report on program outcomes at quarterly improvement meetings.
• Ensure all evaluations, assessments, and documentation are completed on time.

Maintain Organizational Excellence and Leadership

• Operate within budgetary guidelines and approve necessary purchases.
• Adhere to the Agency’s policies, procedures, and success standards.
• Demonstrate accountability, adaptability, and leadership within the program.

Critical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective Communication – Ability to clearly convey information to mentors, mentees, families, and community partners.
• Organized & Time-Efficient – Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines effectively.
• Adaptable & Solution-Oriented – Able to change as the job evolves and proactively find solutions to challenges.
• Relationship Builder – Strong ability to engage with volunteers, parents, and community organizations to expand program impact.
• Community Engagement Expertise – Understanding of volunteerism, recruitment strategies, and mentorship best practices.

We are seeking candidates who are committed to continuous personal and professional growth. During the interview process, we expect you to demonstrate a proactive mindset, self-awareness, and the ability to reflect on how you can contribute to our agency's success. This role requires individuals who are not only able to navigate challenges with maturity and responsibility but who are also eager to learn, collaborate, and improve over time. We value emotional intelligence and the capacity to build positive, supportive relationships. If you are ready to engage with us in a thoughtful, forward-thinking way, and to grow both personally and professionally within our organization, we encourage you to apply.

Salary : $16 - $20