(P/T Limited) Youth Mentor- Guiding Stars

Job Overview Organization: The Children’s Home Network Location: Hillsborough County, Florida Pay: $20 per hour Hours: 5–19 hours per week, depending on the number of mentees assigned The Guiding Stars Mentor provides one-on-one support to children in kindergarten through 8th grade who experience social-emotional challenges, developmental delays, or disabilities.

Mentors build positive, supportive relationships with children through community-based activities that promote confidence, communication, emotional regulation, social skills, and healthy relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Build safe, stable, and nurturing relationships with children using trauma-informed practices. Plan and participate in activities that encourage social-emotional growth, confidence, and independence. Help children develop communication, emotional regulation, life, and academic skills. Encourage children to recognize their strengths, talents, and abilities.

Model positive behavior and provide encouragement and reinforcement. Support families and connect them with helpful services and community resources. Attend monthly team meetings, group activities, and regular progress check-ins. Participate in quarterly Family Team Conferences with the child and family. Document weekly mentoring activities, track hours, and report progress or concerns to the Program Manager.

Maintain confidentiality and follow organizational policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years old. High school diploma required; an associate degree is acceptable, and a bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred. At least two years of experience working with children. Experience working with children with varying abilities. Strong communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook Calendar, and web-based data management tools. Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, and reliable personal vehicle. Personal cell phone for communication with families and the organization. Must pass required drug screening, fingerprinting, and background checks.

Work Schedule Mentoring typically takes place on weekday afternoons after school and/or weekends. Mentors spend approximately 1.5 hours per week with each child. Flexible scheduling is required, including occasional Saturday group activities and family meetings. Key Skills and Qualities Patience, compassion, and dedication to helping children succeed.

Strong communication and relationship-building abilities. Understanding of trauma-informed care and child development. Reliability, flexibility, and professionalism. Commitment to supporting children with diverse needs and abilities.