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The Street Outreach Mentor position is full-time, 40 hours per week (non-exempt, benefits available). The Street Outreach Mentor will work to gain trust of the community and the highest risk individuals to help prevent shootings and retaliatory violence, and to provide linkages and robust accompaniment to prosocial alternatives including activities, jobs, education, case management, and social services. As a member of a team, the Street Outreach Mentor is responsible for reaching out to the highest risk individuals in the community and working with them to prevent violence by mediating conflicts, modeling prosocial behaviors, engaging them in positive activities and accompaniment through the case management process. Some weekends and some on-call in response to crisis situations will be required. Flexible schedule required. Focus neighborhoods include Little Village, Pilsen, and Brighton Park. May require some local travel (reimbursable). Pay commensurate with experience. This position is in-person. 2 positions available. Job Responsibilities Works with outreach colleagues and supervisor to identify potential participants who are the highest risk individuals, and the people who know them. Maintains a caseload of 10-15 high-risk participants. Participants and family range in age, participants primarily being between 14-24. Develops and maintains supportive and effective relationships with participant caseload. Works to intervene in circumstances in which violence is likely. Works as a member of a team, communicating all relevant information to team members and supervisors instantly. Develops and delivers one-to-one support sessions and facilitates circles with participants to support participants in resolving conflicts and adopting prosocial behaviors. Connects participants with case-managers to provide linkages and support for individuals to enhance their use of opportunities and programs in the community (job programs, GED, drug treatment, mentoring, etc.). May provide linkages as well. Provides client accompaniment to court, social services, etc. Participates, as necessary, in organizing responses to shootings and increasing visibility when shootings take place (developing networks with other outreach programs to coordinate an inclusive and strategic response). Investigates causes of shootings to assist in mediating situations and preventing retaliation between individuals and groups and provides documentation. Identifies and diffuses “hot spots” for shootings and violence (conducting line of sight surveys with residents and key stakeholders to identify areas frequented by high-risk clients) and provides documentation. Strategizes with outreach team and supervisor to develop ongoing strategy to respond to conflicts and violence, noting important anniversary dates or other key events. Outreach to the community (individually and as a team member) to build strong relationships with youth, residents, businesses, and community groups. Works closely with referring partners and any other stakeholders to ensure that goals are met. Maintains positive relationships with stakeholders. Responds to shootings in other communities, when necessary, working with relevant outreach programs. Documents shootings, retaliations, and other acts of violence prevented, and conflicts mediated. Provides support and advocacy to the victims of violence and their families through home visits, phone calls, criminal justice advocacy, and referrals to other support organizations. Develops relationships with partner organizations and builds “warm referral” network for linkages. Documents participant contacts and services provided and assists data team with data collection and required reporting. Works with team to identify and address safety concerns and create a plan for long term safety and well-being. Documents detailed participant case-notes and other items as assigned. Maintains accuracy of budget and assures spending within budget. Participates in required evaluations. Demonstrates New Life Centers' values. Attends required meetings and trainings. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. Skills & Qualifications Must become a Certified Mandated Reporter. Training provided. Must pass a background check, must not have any pending cases. Must pass a Child Abuse and Neglect Tracking System background check. Must pass a National Sex Offender Registry background check. Must have a working phone and phone number. One year experience working in the human services field in a capacity that involves direct services to at-risk youth. Cross-cultural competency. Firsthand knowledge of the specific the Little Village, Pilsen, and/or the Brighton Park community area and knowledge of current street conflicts. Emotional maturity; good judgment; integrity; tolerance of differing points of view and beliefs. Experience or training in crisis intervention preferred. Willingness to learn and commit to the principles of nonviolence, restorative justice and trauma-informed practices. Ability to work one-on-one and in groups with high-risk individuals to resolve conflicts and promote prosocial behaviors Willingness to work on the street and in other unstructured situations Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Must be willing to be trained, and proficiently utilize database(s) and information tracking systems relevant to duties. Must keep confidentiality of participant information. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Valid Illinois driver's license, insurance, good driving record, access to a vehicle. Subject to driving background check. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required. How to Apply Please submit the following materials Cover letter indicating your experience and interest in the position Resume List of three references with contact information (minimum 2 professional references, email and phone number included) Please mention the name of any New Life Centers staff who referred the position to you if applicable. New Life Centers provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. New Life Centers complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. *NLC does not provide visa sponsorship, including for F-1 STEM OPT.

Scaling Community Violence Intervention (CVI) for a Safer Chicago (SC2) is an expanding network of donors, anti-violence practitioners, and community stakeholders dedicated to enhancing CVI in the neighborhoods of Chicago most affected by violence. New Life Centers is partnering with six local community-based organizations; Central States SER, Enlace, Hope Culture, Erie House, Universidad Popular, and Beyond the Ball as The Pathways to Peace. The Pathways to Peace program aim to serve 75% of the highest-risk individuals in the area over five years through comprehensive street outreach, case management, education, employment, and behavioral health services. Position Summary The Street Outreach Mentor position is full-time, 40 hours per week (non-exempt, benefits available). The Street Outreach Mentor will work to gain trust of the community and the highest risk individuals to help prevent shootings and retaliatory violence, and to provide linkages and robust accompaniment to prosocial alternatives including activities, jobs, education, case management, and social services. As a member of a team, the Street Outreach Mentor is responsible for reaching out to the highest risk individuals in the community and working with them to prevent violence by mediating conflicts, modeling prosocial behaviors, engaging them in positive activities and accompaniment through the case management process. Some weekends and some on-call in response to crisis situations will be required. Flexible schedule required. Focus neighborhoods may include Little Village, Pilsen, and Brighton Park. May require some local travel (reimbursable). Pay commensurate with experience. This position is in-person. Job Responsibilities Works with outreach colleagues and direct supervisor to identify potential participants who are the highest risk individuals, and the people who know them. Maintains a caseload of 15 high-risk participants. Works with participants of different ages. Develops and maintains supportive and effective relationships with participant caseload. Works to intervene in circumstances in which violence is likely. Works as a member of a team, communicating all relevant information to team members and supervisors instantly. Adheres to stipend guidelines and submits required paperwork on time. Engages effectively with project partners and collaborates to address challenges. Submits all finance information by established deadlines. Attends all training and orientations with partners and funders. Participates in regular meetings with internal team and collaborators. Responds promptly to requests from the Program Director, Program Coordinator, Data and IT Specialist and Finance Manager. Develops and delivers one-to-one support sessions and facilitates circles with participants to support participants in resolving conflicts and adopting prosocial behaviors. Connects participants with Care Navigators to provide linkages and support for individuals to enhance their use of opportunities and programs in the community (job programs, GED, drug treatment, mentoring, etc.). May provide linkages as well. Provides client accompaniment to court, social services, etc. Participates, as necessary, in organizing responses to shootings and increasing visibility when shootings take place (developing networks with other outreach programs to coordinate an inclusive and strategic response). Investigates causes of shootings to assist in mediating situations and preventing retaliation between individuals and groups and provides documentation. Identifies and diffuses “hot spots” for shootings and violence (conducting line of sight surveys with residents and key stakeholders to identify areas frequented by high-risk clients) and provides documentation. Strategizes with outreach team and supervisor to develop ongoing strategy to respond to conflicts and violence, noting important anniversary dates or other key events. Outreach to the community (individually and as a team member) to build strong relationships with youth, residents, businesses, and community groups. Works closely with referring partners and any other stakeholders to ensure that goals are met. Maintains positive relationships with stakeholders. Responds to shootings in other communities, when necessary, working with relevant outreach programs. Documents shootings, retaliations, and other acts of violence prevented, and conflicts mediated. Provides support and advocacy to the victims of violence and their families through home visits, phone calls, criminal justice advocacy, and referrals to other support organizations. Develops relationships with partner organizations and builds “warm referral” network for linkages. Documents participant contacts and services provided and assists data team with data collection and required reporting. Works with team to identify and address safety concerns and create a plan for long term safety and well-being. Documents detailed participant case-notes and other items as assigned. Maintains accuracy of budget and assures spending within budget. Participates in required evaluations. Demonstrates New Life Centers' values. Attends required meetings and training. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. Skills & Qualifications Must become a Certified Mandated Reporter. Training provided. Must pass a background check, must not have any pending cases. Must pass a Child Abuse and Neglect Tracking System background check. Must pass a National Sex Offender Registry background check. Must have a working phone and phone number. One year's experience working in the human services field in a capacity that involves direct services to at-risk youth. Cross-cultural competency. Firsthand knowledge of the specific Little Village, Pilsen, and/or the Brighton Park community area and knowledge of current street conflicts. Emotional maturity; good judgment; integrity; tolerance of differing points of view and beliefs. Experience or training in crisis intervention preferred. Willingness to learn and commit to the principles of nonviolence, restorative justice and trauma-informed practices. Ability to work one-on-one and in groups with high-risk individuals to resolve conflicts and promote prosocial behaviors Willingness to work on the street and in other unstructured situations Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Must be willing to be trained, and proficiently utilize database(s) and information tracking systems relevant to duties. Must keep confidentiality of participant information. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Valid Illinois driver's license, insurance, good driving record, access to a vehicle. Subject to driving background check. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required. How to Apply Please submit the following materials Cover letter indicating your experience and interest in the position Resume List of three references with contact information (minimum 2 professional references, email and phone number included) Please mention the name of any New Life Centers staff who referred the position to you if applicable. New Life Centers provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. New Life Centers complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. *NLC does not provide visa sponsorship, including for F-1 STEM OPT.

TechNexus is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and changing who is represented in the technology ecosystem by providing more capital, resources, and access to marginalized groups who have been overlooked for far too long. We believe “Everyone means Everyone.” As a part of this commitment, in partnership with dozens of Chicago-based tech companies, we cofounded Chicago Tech Academy a public high schools on the Near West side in 2009. Chicago Tech Academy partners with iMentor, a national nonprofit, to match every 11th and 12th grade student at ChiTech with a 1-1 volunteer mentor to support them to reach their highest career aspirations. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer mentor at ChiTech Academy through iMentor, you can apply here and we will follow up with your next steps! If at this time you are unable to make the mentoring commitment but are interested in getting involved in the school community, There are lots of ways to contribute including: - Speak to students- Host a field trip- Host a student intern- Become a mentor- Provide a project for Project Based Learning- Provide pro-bono professional services- Attend Career Day- Sponsor an event Your time and experience is the most valuable thing you have to offer; invest in our future. You can learn more about general volunteer opportunity at the Chicago Tech Academy website.

Little Learner Childrens Academy is a privately-owned childcare center dedicated to providing a nurturing, engaging, and inspiring environment for young children. We believe in hands-on exploration and child-centered learning that fosters growth, creativity, and curiosity. At the heart of our mission are our core values: Learning We are passionate about continuous learning for both children and educators. Loyalty We build strong, lasting relationships with our families, staff, and community. Caring We create a supportive, loving environment where every child feels safe and valued. Adventurous We encourage curiosity and exploration in every learning experience. Join us in making a meaningful impactnurture potential, inspire confidence, and help shape bright futures at Little Learner Childrens Academy. Perks & Benefits Comprehensive medical benefits Professional Development 401K Plan Tuition Assistance Program Discounted Childcare Tuition Paid Time Off We are seeking a driven and personable individual to join our team as a Daycare Support Staff Mentor, Enrollments a key role focused on growing enrollments and guiding families through the enrollment process. In this role, you will travel locally and regionally to engage with families, community organizations, and business partners to promote our programs. You will be the face of our brand in the community, building strong connections and helping families take the next step in their childcare journey. Key Responsibilities Drive enrollment growth by meeting monthly and quarterly targets. Conduct engaging tours, consultations, and presentations for prospective families. Travel to local businesses, schools, and HR departments to promote childcare services as a family benefit. Represent the organization at community events, expos, and networking functions. Build and maintain positive relationships with families from first inquiry through enrollment. Work along with the Director. Collaborate with marketing to execute outreach campaigns and initiatives. Track and manage leads, inquiries, and enrollment activity in CRM tools. 50 plus call per schools a week Meet/Call families who put in a disenrollment form to discuss a resolution Qualifications 2+ years of experience in sales, admissions, or enrollment (childcare or education industry preferred). Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales/enrollment goals. Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Ability to travel regularly within the assigned territory; occasional evenings/weekends required for events. Bachelors degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred Bilingual preferred Ready to bring your passion to a place where learning is loved, loyalty is lived, care is felt, and adventure is encouraged? Apply today and start your journey with Little Learner Childrens Academy. Little Learner Childrens Academy provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, family medical history, marital status, military membership or veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other factor covered by applicable federal, state and local laws. Little Learner Childrens Academy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. This Policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Overall performance and implementation of Teen Reach programming Assists Teen REACH Program Coordinator by formulating and coordinating individual needs assessments, goal setting, face-to-face and phone conversation on a weekly/bi-weekly basis, family engagement, linkage with community agencies, and follow-up services for youth and participants as needed; Works to assist youth to determine what factors put them at risk of engaging in or becoming victims of aggressive behavior and other anxieties; Helps to determine what methods each youth should use in order to avoid risk- taking factors and reach their goals; Reaches out and re-engage youth that have inconsistent attendance, work with families to bring resources to the home, and connect with programs; Conducts data collection and coordinate reporting to funders, marketing staff, and other stakeholders; Utilizes the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) required eCornerstone internal data system to ensure program data are properly entered and exported for program and administrative need Provides support and program leadership for youth ages 11-17 who participate in Teen REACH services; Other duties as assigned. Requirements Education: Associate's Degree in social work, criminal justice, related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred. Experience: Experience working with teens and young adults, preferred Experience working in neighborhoods on southwest sides. Experience working with individuals dealing with factors that put them at-risk of becoming victims of aggressive behavior. Experience working one on one with youth involved in the juvenile justice system. Evening and weekend availability required. Other: Sensitivity to cultural diversity is required. Ability to communicate and cooperate with diverse families, various professionals and community groups. Must be able to work independently. Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain stationary 50% of the time. Must be able to frequently move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Occasionally ascends/descends stairs. At times may be required to lift up to 25 lbs. for various classrooms and events needs. Frequently moves in outdoor weather conditions. Nothing in this restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time; this description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time. An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Parent Mentor Coordinator (Part-Time) Supervisor: Program Supervisor Family Focus is your partner in building strong families across Chicago and Northeast Illinois! We're here to support families and their children including emergency assistance, immigration programs, child welfare services, family support services, educational programs, and more. Our goal? To help our community thrive and reach its full potential! With 11 centers around Chicagoland, we're eager to expand our reach and make an even bigger impact. That's why we're on the lookout for passionate individuals who share our vision to join our team as we grow and serve more families. Are you ready to make a difference? We want you to be a part of our journey! The Parent Mentor Coordinator will be responsible for planning, implementing and coordinating parent involvement/engagement component of the Community Schools Program and report to the Resource Coordinator. This position will be the link to parents and families in the school and community and will ensure that parents and families participate and receive the support they need to ensure their child's success. The principles of family support will be used as a guide to develop and implement parent program activities. Duties include, but are not limited to: * Work with existing parent leadership to create a plan for parent involvement that includes the following components: Education, Support, and Involvement/Engagement * Maintains communication with parents regarding program and school activities through various methods including Phone Contact, Letters, Monthly Newsletter, and Parent meetings * Supports resource coordinator in developing at least three hours of parent program per week * Recruit parents through flyers, phone calls, in-person solicitation and home visits * Maintains all parent program records * Works with the Resource Coordinator, Parents, Teachers and Admin. School Staff to identify parent needs and plan parent activities * Provides resources and referrals to parents as needed * Identifies Volunteer opportunities in the school and Afterschool program for parents who are interested * Builds relationships with students and families in the program * Oversees the volunteer training program * Attends Parent Program and School meetings as needed The ideal candidate will have the following education and experience: * High School diploma. * Must be committed to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization's mission. * Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred. * Must function well in group and team settings. * Must possess interpersonal skills that excel in cultural sensitivity and respect for differences. * Computer skills - word processing, internet research, spreadsheets, creating outreach materials * Travel within the community will be required * Submit to and clear a background check Seasonal position: School year until May 2026 This is a part-time non-exempt position. Hourly rate: $20/ 20hrs per week (Monday thru Friday 9:00 am-1:00 pm) Discover all the benefits we offer to support your well-being and professional growth here: ******************************************* Family Focus is an Equal Opportunity Employer Keywords: Early Childhood Education, Mentor, PAT curriculum, Advocacy.

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt - Full-time Benefits: BBBS offers a competitive benefits package which includes Health and Dental coverage, Vision, Critical Illness, Accidental coverage, Voluntary and Basic Life Insurance, Short and Long-term disability, Flexible Spending Account, and a matching 401K retirement plan. To qualify for benefits, the incumbent must work on average 30 hours per week. Reporting Relationship: In School Mentoring Manager ABOUT BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF METRO CHICAGO (BBBSMC): BBBSMC'S Mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. BBBSMC'S Vision is that all youth achieve their full potential. BBBSMC is an affiliate of the oldest, most respected mentoring organization in the US. BBBSMC is a professionally managed, mission driven, performance-based organization providing high quality, safe and impactful 1:1 mentoring services to over 1,300 children/families across four counties in Metro Chicago: Cook, DuPage and Lake Counties in Illinois and NW Indiana. As Metro Chicago and Northwest Indiana's largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring network, BBBSMC makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”) from age seven through high school graduation. Private corporate, foundation and individual contributions provide BBBSMC'S revenue base upon which we build programming that meets the needs of each child individually. Our programs are proven to keep kids in school, build positive behaviors and on the path to post-graduate success. Learn more at ***************** BBBS's Core Value: We deeply believe Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is paramount and fundamental to BBBS's success. We all work to build and maintain an inclusive and equitable work environment for our staff, volunteers, and program participants. It is our belief that every staff member should embrace DEI principles in the decision-making process. Therefore, we fully expect the ideal candidate will carry out their function with these core values in mind and treat everyone respectfully, fairly and equitably. Position Summary: The ISM Lead Mentor will work out of an assigned school, supporting approximately 50-80 elementary school aged youth (Littles) through facilitating both group and individual mentoring sessions. The Lead Mentor will provide positive role modeling and exposure to help Littles plan and set goals, increase social and emotional skills, as well as their self-confidence and sense of belonging. The support will be provided by facilitating group-specific curriculum along with individual mentoring sessions with Littles as needed, along with additional volunteer management and collaboration. The Lead Mentor will collaborate with a Mentoring Manager to enroll participants and effectively deliver the program's curriculum. An ideal candidate will be able to form relationships with youth that lead to positive outcomes. Responsibilities: In conjunction with ISM Manager, schedule, process, interview, assess and match (group and one-to-one) participating youth based on assessment recommendations Leads mentoring groups by facilitating group relationship development and scheduled lessons in coordination with the site school Mentors a caseload of youth either in a group or 1:1 match relationship during scheduled sessions throughout the year Maintains progress monitoring data for each Little Prepares and implements mentoring curriculum and activities, while also recommending adjustments to material as needed Implements positive behavior facilitation strategies to ensure a safe group mentoring environment Provides timely (no later than 48 hours) documentation; including attendance, session notes and match activities, and ensures all required data is accurately entered into agency databases Attends and actively participates in weekly check-ins with the ISM Manager to review progress of Littles and adjust programming as needed Conducts monthly check-ins with the school point of contact along with the ISM Manager Integrate into the school staffing model to provide value add service and ensure alignment with school policies and development Coordinate communication with parents/guardians, teachers, ISM Coordinator, BBBSChi program team and other relevant supports in youth's life when necessary Plans, coordinates, and attends BBBSChi and school-sponsored events, including welcome back and end-of-year celebrations, field trips, and enrichment outings, ensuring youth engagement and program visibility Participates in agency trainings, team meetings, and professional development opportunities to enhance service delivery and youth outcomes Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by providing feedback on curriculum, processes, and program structure Ensures compliance with BBBS Standards of Practice and youth safety protocols at all times Other duties as assigned Qualifications: A belief in the Mission and Vision of BBBS Associate's degree required and at least 1-year relevant work experience in related fields, such as social work, counseling, social services, child development, or education Previous experience working in schools with youth directly preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) required Solid understanding about and willingness to perform as a Mandated Reporter Assessment and relational development experience with child and adult populations Understanding of child development and family dynamics Experience working in diverse populations is preferred Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills Ability to work both in a team and independently; exercising good judgment, make sound decisions & problem solving Ability to work with confidential information required A strong commitment to quality and results Strong computer skills - Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Work, Outlook, Excel and internet-based applications Ability to collect meaningful data and draw solid conclusions Demonstrate ability to build rapport, engage, and work effectively with youth from diverse backgrounds in a supportive and age-appropriate manner Work Environment: This position operates in a professional office environment. There is an expectation to work onsite five days a week. Location: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago 130 S. Jefferson St. Chicago, IL 60661

La DePaulia is the bilingual (English/Spanish) sister publication of The DePaulia, the student-run newspaper at DePaul University. The publication amplifies diverse voices in the DePaul community and beyond, with a particular focus on Latine stories and perspectives. The mentor will support student journalists by providing editorial guidance, assist with English/Spanish translations and serve as a professional liaison between La DePaulia, external media partners, and the faculty adviser of The DePaulia. This time commitment for this position is approximately five hours per week (40 weeks per academic quarter). Key Responsibilities: Provide editorial guidance to student editors and reporters, including for story development, reporting advice, bilingual editing (including AP style) and guidance on photos, video and social content for stories Assist with translation of articles, headlines and other editorial content between English and Spanish, ensuring clarity, accuracy and cultural sensitivity Collaborate with the La DePaulia student editors to maintain high journalistic standards and meet publication deadlines Serve as a liaison, alongside the faculty adviser of The DePaulia, to external media partners, including NBC/Telemundo, Borderless Magazine and other relevant organizations Support efforts to expand community engagement, readership and visibility of La DePaulia Provide mentorship to students on career pathways in bilingual journalism and media Attend weekly pitch meetings (first eight Fridays of each quarter at 11 a.m.) and work with La DePaulia staff in the newsroom until 2 p.m. on Fridays. Additionally, be available on Slack or by phone, as needed, for occasional staff questions Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field (Master's preferred) Professional experience in bilingual journalism, editing or media production Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish Strong understanding of AP Style (and/or bilingual editorial standards) Demonstrated ability to mentor and support emerging journalists Familiarity with Chicago media landscape and issues affecting Latine communities Excellent communication, organizational and collaboration skills

Support Staff (Non-Union)/Mentor Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: Until Filled Position / Title: AVID Mentor Bargaining Unit: NON-UNION Department/Location: Office of Schools and Equity & Innovation Calendar Days: Varies Reports To: Building Administrator JD Revision Date: 04/03/2025 Supervises: N/A Function / Position Summary The AVID Mentor will support students enrolled in their assigned classroom(s) by facilitating AVID's Ten Step Tutorial Process. In addition, they will serve as peer role models to students. Maintain professionalism and confidentiality within the school and the community. Job Duties / Responsibilities Under the supervision of the AVID classroom teacher, the AVID Mentor will form small student collaborative learning groups. Be familiar with students' textbooks and materials utilized in the identified course subject area. Evaluate Tutorial Request Forms (TRF's); student binders (planners, notes, etc.). Work with students in any phase of the writing process, such as brainstorming, clustering, revision, and editing. Serve as a positive role model for students who are working to improve academically and want to attend college. On tutorial days, AVID Mentors will complete a written reflection of their tutorial experience. Attend AVID Tutorial training. Education Must be a current School District U-46 11th or 12th grade high school student. On track to graduate from high school on time. Must have at least a cumulative six semester GPA of 3.5. Must have completed or are currently enrolled in an Advanced Placement Course. Experience / Knowledge Ability to work well with high school (and middle school) students. Ability to communicate effectively. Must have high problem-solving ability. Must have excellent organizational skills. Physical Demands Indoors in a busy school environment. Frequently work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions. May be required to leave assigned classroom and participate in tutoring-related training. Public contact requiring appropriate apparel. Requires prolonged sitting or standing. Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials. Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching. Terms of Employment This is a part-time, classified position without benefits. Hours will vary depending on site needs (up to 10 hours per week). $13.00/Hour

The Civic Humanities Project (hereafter CHP ) will employ 3 NCC students (from any major) to serve as Civic Mentors for the Fall and Spring sessions of the 2022-23 Freedom Scholars' cohort. Civic Mentors for the Civic Humanities Project will support rising high school seniors, aka Freedom Scholars, from across Chicagoland by guiding their college application process and working with them to complete college readiness activities and a civic engagement project during a year-long program of three parts: 1. a three-week residential program of great book seminars on human nature and government; 2. a fall semester of workshops devoted to completing applications and preparing for college life; 3. a spring semester of civic engagement. Academic and Residential Mentors who serve during the summer seminars will be given preference for positions as Civic Mentors. Applicants for the position of Civic Mentor not previously engaged as Residential or Academic Mentors are encouraged nonetheless to familiarize themselves as far as possible with the academic and social activities of the summer seminars. In the Fall semester, in partnership with the CHP faculty and staff, Civic Mentors will be responsible for helping a team of 4 - 7 Freedom Scholars (hereafter Scholars) and their parents understand the college application process and for helping guide Scholars and parents navigate that process through the fall and spring semesters. Civic Mentors will participate in five monthly workshops (help on Saturday morning and afternoons between 10 am and 2 pm) on topics related to college applications and readiness, including: · How to understand and prepare a FAFSA form and financial aid applications, including scholarship opportunities, and generally how to finance college; · How to prepare for the college application process, including preparing a strong personal essay and (if required) supplemental essays, · How to choose colleges and to understand the opportunities of different institutions of higher ed (including 2-year degree programs, liberal arts colleges, comprehensive colleges and state and private universities); Strategies for staying healthy and thriving under the pressures of college work, including strategies for · juggling school and work, how to deal with “imposter syndrome” and how to establish strong relationships with faculty and other potential mentors; · Understanding the relationship of college to future careers; understanding the relationship between majors, minors and career and life goals; understanding and making the most of extracurricular opportunities such as athletics, clubs, research, grants, internships, study abroad and summer positions. Civic Mentors will check in monthly with each Scholar in their team and track their progress on a College Checklist. Job Qualifications ● Must be enrolled as a student at North Central College ● Strong interpersonal communication skills, as well as writing and editing skills ● Demonstrating proficiency in presenting and communicating complex ideas in both written and oral forms ● Must be a rising college sophomore, junior or senior who has received a B+ or better average in CARD 101 and CARD 102 ● Demonstrated interest in civic or political issues ● Experience organizing or leading others ● Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students, staff, and faculty - Familiarity with college application process and college readiness skills, particularly for students who are first-generation college-goers, from low-income families or families of historically marginalized groups

🌟 Family Teachers (Individuals or Couples) - Live-In Youth Mentors Early April Start Date! Are you ready to begin a meaningful new chapter early this year? Mooseheart Child City & School is seeking Family Teachers-dedicated individuals or married couples-to begin in early April and help shape brighter futures for children and teens. This live-in role offers more than a job: it's a chance to make a lifelong impact by providing guidance, stability, and a nurturing family-style home for youth who need it most. *Please Note that no matter if you are applying as a Family Teacher individual or Family Teacher couple, each person must submit an application for employment.* ✨ What You'll Do Provide daily care, structure, and supervision for at-risk youth Create a warm, supportive home environment that builds confidence and emotional wellbeing Teach essential life skills-communication, decision-making, problem-solving Support youth through emotional and behavioral challenges with compassion and consistency Prepare meals, plan engaging activities, and build family routines Manage household needs including budgeting, shopping, and transportation Work closely with educators, specialists, and a strong support team 📅 Work Schedule (example) This is a live-in caregiver role with a consistent rotation: 5 days on / 2 days off, plus an additional day off every 4 weeks Mornings: prepare youth for the school day School hours: paperwork, meetings, training, personal time, etc. Afternoons/Evenings: homework help, meals, activities, and family routines, etc. Weekends/Summer: outings, sports, volunteering, and memorable traditions, etc. 💵 Pay & Benefits Salary: $43,500-$45,000 FREE housing & utilities plus a monthly household budget Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan Paid training, sick leave, and vacation Opportunities for bonuses Company vehicle for work-related use The rare opportunity to build lasting bonds with youth ✅ Requirements Must be 21+ High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver's license & clean driving record Able to pass background checks and psychological evaluation Willing to complete 3-week paid training Adherence to smoke-free, drug-free, and weapon-free policies ❤️ About Mooseheart Since 1913, Mooseheart has served as a residential child care community committed to giving at-risk youth a safe home, caring mentors, and a path to a brighter future. Our 1,000-acre campus provides structure, education, and enrichment to children from infancy through high school. Our Family Teachers are at the heart of our mission-role models, caregivers, and guides who help young people grow into confident, capable adults.

Kennedy-King College Kennedy-King College is looking for a Student Mentor for the Peer Support Program. The Purpose of the Peer Support Program is to empower emerging student leaders to serve the Kennedy King Community by providing informed and structured support to their fellow peers. These Peer Advocates work in tandem with the Wellness Center to positively promote counseling, share their experiences, encourage self-sufficiency, partner with students as they pursue their goals and appropriately refer students to the Wellness Center. ESSENTIAL DUTIES * Acts as a Wellness Center student representative, current students, faculty, staff, and the public. * Attends Peer Support training sessions as required. Must work within the scope of the training and make appropriate referrals to licensed professionals when necessary. * Refer current students to the Wellness Center. * Assist students in making appointments with the Wellness Center. * Provides information about resources and counseling services available to students. * Supports and assists planning of Wellness activities, including tabling events, workshops, classroom events and other duties as needed. * Provide constructive feedback of Wellness services to improve the students' overall experience. * Provides a positive/supportive example to the college for new and returning students. * Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Service Excellence Standards. Applicant must participate in mandatory trainings, scheduled meetings and a developmental relationship with Wellness Center staff. * Demonstrates a high standard of professionalism at all times. * Wears the Peer Advisor identification during working hours. * Exhibits leadership, initiative, dependability, discipline and enthusiasm. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS * Have a genuine desire to assist peers and be a positive influence and role-model. * Good interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and ease in relating to people from a variety of educational, cultural and social backgrounds. * Know about key campus resources and have a developed relationship with the Wellness Center team. * Be committed to the full duration of the program. * High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago. * Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes. * Achieved a 2.0 or higher cumulative GPA at Kennedy King College. * * Applicants must be in "good standing" - no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions. * Have Kennedy King College as their home campus. * Be familiar with the student portal and the City Colleges of Chicago website. * Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago. * All positions are "employment at-will". * Students not meeting this GPA requirement are still encouraged to apply, but should be prepared to outline any mitigating circumstances and a detailed plan to pursue academic success in essay format. Hourly Rate: $17.00 per hour. The rate paid is in accordance with City Colleges approved salary scale. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Thank you for your interest in City Colleges! Additional Information

Job Description $27/hour | Up to 20 hrs/week | Paid Travel + Mileage | Remote This is a field-based position. You must live in Illinois and be able to travel throughout all of Cook County to visit youth in their homes, schools, and communities. Make a real impact with youth across Chicago. Kaleidoscope is a child and family services agency dedicated to helping young people heal, grow, and thrive. We deliver individualized community-based support grounded in compassion, respect, and genuine partnership. We are hiring Part-Time Youth Mentors to support our Enhanced Clinical Community Support (ECCS) Program. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with youth, values strong supervision, and wants to be part of a highly supportive and mission-driven team. For a limited time, we are offering a $500 signing bonus! What You'll Do Travel across Cook County to visit youth in homes, schools, and community settings Provide mentoring, support, and respite for youth and caregivers Engage youth in positive community activities Model coping, communication, and social skills Transport youth as needed (paid travel time + mileage) Follow through on scheduled visits and commitments to families Join team check-ins, supervision, and paid training provided in trauma-informed care, developmental delays, and therapeutic mentoring techniques Complete clear, and timely documentation within 48 hours Schedule includes afternoons, evenings, and weekends. What You Need High school diploma or equivalent 1+ year experience working with youth Must live in Illinois and be willing to travel across Cook County for visits Age 21+ with a valid driver's license + insured vehicle Strong communication, reliability, and patience Comfortable using email and video meetings Preferred: trauma-informed experience or bilingual. What It's Like to Work Here Kaleidoscope is a supportive, mission-driven team. Our work is grounded in core principles that guide how we show up for youth, families, and each other: Lead with empathy and non-judgment Practice self-awareness Name power imbalances and structural limitations Center youth, caregiver, and team voice and choice Demonstrate flexibility and resourcefulness Balance healthy boundaries with authentic relationships Connect with our purpose Prioritize self-care Commit to critical thinking and curiosity Celebrate strengths and successes Why You'll Love This Role Paid travel time + mileage reimbursement Paid training and ongoing development Supportive team + strong supervision Flexible, hands-on community work Direct, meaningful impact on youth and families Our contract requires background checks that include: criminal, education, and motor vehicle. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Scaling Community Violence Intervention (CVI) for a Safer Chicago (SC2) is an expanding network of donors, anti-violence practitioners, and community stakeholders dedicated to enhancing CVI in the neighborhoods of Chicago most affected by violence. New Life Centers is partnering with six local community-based organizations; Central States SER, Enlace, Hope Culture, Erie House, Universidad Popular, and Beyond the Ball as The Pathways to Peace. The Pathways to Peace program aim to serve 75% of the highest-risk individuals in the area over five years through comprehensive street outreach, case management, education, employment, and behavioral health services. Position Summary The Street Outreach Mentor position is full-time, 40 hours per week (non-exempt, benefits available). The Street Outreach Mentor will work to gain trust of the community and the highest risk individuals to help prevent shootings and retaliatory violence, and to provide linkages and robust accompaniment to prosocial alternatives including activities, jobs, education, case management, and social services. As a member of a team, the Street Outreach Mentor is responsible for reaching out to the highest risk individuals in the community and working with them to prevent violence by mediating conflicts, modeling prosocial behaviors, engaging them in positive activities and accompaniment through the case management process. Some weekends and some on-call in response to crisis situations will be required. Flexible schedule required. Focus neighborhoods may include Little Village, Pilsen, and Brighton Park. May require some local travel (reimbursable). Pay commensurate with experience. This position is in-person. Job Responsibilities Works with outreach colleagues and direct supervisor to identify potential participants who are the highest risk individuals, and the people who know them. Maintains a caseload of 15 high-risk participants. Works with participants of different ages. Develops and maintains supportive and effective relationships with participant caseload. Works to intervene in circumstances in which violence is likely. Works as a member of a team, communicating all relevant information to team members and supervisors instantly. Adheres to stipend guidelines and submits required paperwork on time. Engages effectively with project partners and collaborates to address challenges. Submits all finance information by established deadlines. Attends all training and orientations with partners and funders. Participates in regular meetings with internal team and collaborators. Responds promptly to requests from the Program Director, Program Coordinator, Data and IT Specialist and Finance Manager. Develops and delivers one-to-one support sessions and facilitates circles with participants to support participants in resolving conflicts and adopting prosocial behaviors. Connects participants with Care Navigators to provide linkages and support for individuals to enhance their use of opportunities and programs in the community (job programs, GED, drug treatment, mentoring, etc.). May provide linkages as well. Provides client accompaniment to court, social services, etc. Participates, as necessary, in organizing responses to shootings and increasing visibility when shootings take place (developing networks with other outreach programs to coordinate an inclusive and strategic response). Investigates causes of shootings to assist in mediating situations and preventing retaliation between individuals and groups and provides documentation. Identifies and diffuses “hot spots” for shootings and violence (conducting line of sight surveys with residents and key stakeholders to identify areas frequented by high-risk clients) and provides documentation. Strategizes with outreach team and supervisor to develop ongoing strategy to respond to conflicts and violence, noting important anniversary dates or other key events. Outreach to the community (individually and as a team member) to build strong relationships with youth, residents, businesses, and community groups. Works closely with referring partners and any other stakeholders to ensure that goals are met. Maintains positive relationships with stakeholders. Responds to shootings in other communities, when necessary, working with relevant outreach programs. Documents shootings, retaliations, and other acts of violence prevented, and conflicts mediated. Provides support and advocacy to the victims of violence and their families through home visits, phone calls, criminal justice advocacy, and referrals to other support organizations. Develops relationships with partner organizations and builds “warm referral” network for linkages. Documents participant contacts and services provided and assists data team with data collection and required reporting. Works with team to identify and address safety concerns and create a plan for long term safety and well-being. Documents detailed participant case-notes and other items as assigned. Maintains accuracy of budget and assures spending within budget. Participates in required evaluations. Demonstrates New Life Centers' values. Attends required meetings and training. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. Skills & Qualifications Must become a Certified Mandated Reporter. Training provided. Must pass a background check, must not have any pending cases. Must pass a Child Abuse and Neglect Tracking System background check. Must pass a National Sex Offender Registry background check. Must have a working phone and phone number. One year's experience working in the human services field in a capacity that involves direct services to at-risk youth. Cross-cultural competency. Firsthand knowledge of the specific Little Village, Pilsen, and/or the Brighton Park community area and knowledge of current street conflicts. Emotional maturity; good judgment; integrity; tolerance of differing points of view and beliefs. Experience or training in crisis intervention preferred. Willingness to learn and commit to the principles of nonviolence, restorative justice and trauma-informed practices. Ability to work one-on-one and in groups with high-risk individuals to resolve conflicts and promote prosocial behaviors Willingness to work on the street and in other unstructured situations Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Must be willing to be trained, and proficiently utilize database(s) and information tracking systems relevant to duties. Must keep confidentiality of participant information. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Valid Illinois driver's license, insurance, good driving record, access to a vehicle. Subject to driving background check. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not . How to Apply Please submit the following materials Cover letter indicating your experience and interest in the position Resume List of three references with contact information (minimum 2 professional references, email and phone number included) Please mention the name of any New Life Centers staff who referred the position to you if applicable. New Life Centers provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. New Life Centers complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. *NLC does not provide visa sponsorship, including for F-1 STEM OPT.

The ULS Mentor position is full‑time, 40 hours per week (non‑exempt, benefits available). ULS Mentors work to build trust with community members and individuals at the highest risk of involvement in violence. They help prevent shootings and retaliatory incidents while providing linkages and robust accompaniment to prosocial opportunities including activities, employment, education, case management, and social services. As part of a collaborative team, the ULS Mentor services referrals from the State's Attorney and pre‑trial services and actively engages participants to prevent violations of pre‑trial conditions and reduce the likelihood of rearrest. Responsibilities include modeling prosocial behaviors, supporting consistent engagement in positive activities, and accompanying participants through the case management process. The ULS Mentor is also responsible for ensuring that participants consistently participate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The role includes attending court on a designated day each week to provide participant status updates. Some weekends and on‑call crisis response will be required. A flexible schedule is essential; evening programming is required five days a week (4 hours per evening). Focus neighborhoods include Little Village and Pilsen. Local travel may be required and is reimbursable. This is an in‑person position. Job Responsibilities Works with outreach colleagues and supervisor to identify potential participants who are the highest risk individuals, and the people who know them. Maintains a caseload of up to 10 high-risk participants, referred by the SAO and Pre-Trial Services. Participants and family range in age, participants primarily being between 13-17. Develops and maintains supportive and effective relationships with participant caseload. Works to intervene in circumstances in which violence is likely. Works as a member of a team, communicating all relevant information to team members and supervisors instantly. Develops and delivers one-to-one support sessions and facilitates circles with participants to support participants in resolving conflicts and adopting prosocial behaviors. Connects participants with case-managers to provide linkages and support for individuals to enhance their use of opportunities and programs in the community (job programs, GED, drug treatment, mentoring, etc.). May provide linkages as well. Provides client accompaniment to court, social services, etc. Outreach to the community (individually and as a team member) to build strong relationships with youth, residents, businesses, and community groups. Works closely with referring partners and any other stakeholders to ensure that goals are met. Maintains positive relationships with stakeholders. Provides support and advocacy to participants and their families through home visits, phone calls, criminal justice advocacy, and referrals to other support organizations. Ensures that participants consistently attend and engage in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) sessions as part of their individualized support plan. Attends court once per week to provide participant status updates and collaborate with court partners. Participates in family engagement hours and activities to strengthen support networks and promote long‑term success for participants. Provides one‑on‑one mentoring to build trusting, supportive relationships with participants and guide them in adopting prosocial behaviors. Leads group mentoring and structured programming with participants five days a week for four hours each day, promoting positive peer interactions and skill‑building. Develops relationships with partner organizations and builds “warm referral” network for linkages. Documents participant contacts and services provided and assists data team with data collection and required reporting. Works with team to identify and address safety concerns and create a plan for long term safety and well-being. Documents detailed participant case-notes and other items as assigned. Maintains accuracy of budget and assures spending within budget. Participates in required evaluations. Demonstrates New Life Centers' values. Attends required meetings and trainings. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. Skills & Qualifications Must become a Certified Mandated Reporter. Training provided. Must pass a background check, must not have any pending cases. Must pass a Child Abuse and Neglect Tracking System background check. Must pass a National Sex Offender Registry background check. Must have a working phone and phone number. One year experience working in the human services field in a capacity that involves direct services to at-risk youth. Cross-cultural competency. Firsthand knowledge of the specific the Little Village, Pilsen, and/or the Brighton Park community area and knowledge of current street conflicts. Emotional maturity; good judgment; integrity; tolerance of differing points of view and beliefs. Experience or training in crisis intervention preferred. Willingness to learn and commit to the principles of nonviolence, restorative justice and trauma-informed practices. Ability to work one-on-one and in groups with high-risk individuals to resolve conflicts and promote prosocial behaviors Willingness to work on the street and in other unstructured situations Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Must be willing to be trained and proficiently utilize database(s) and information tracking systems relevant to duties. Must keep confidentiality of participant information. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Valid Illinois driver's license, insurance, good driving record, access to a vehicle. Subject to driving background check. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required. How to Apply Please submit the following materials Cover letter indicating your experience and interest in the position Resume List of three references with contact information (minimum 2 professional references, email and phone number included) Please mention the name of any New Life Centers staff who referred the position to you if applicable. New Life Centers provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. New Life Centers complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. *NLC does not provide visa sponsorship, including for F-1 STEM OPT.

Little Learner Children's Academy is a privately-owned childcare center dedicated to providing a nurturing, engaging, and inspiring environment for young children. We believe in hands-on exploration and child-centered learning that fosters growth, creativity, and curiosity. At the heart of our mission are our core values: Learning - We are passionate about continuous learning for both children and educators. Loyalty - We build strong, lasting relationships with our families, staff, and community. Caring - We create a supportive, loving environment where every child feels safe and valued. Adventurous - We encourage curiosity and exploration in every learning experience. Join us in making a meaningful impact-nurture potential, inspire confidence, and help shape bright futures at Little Learner Children's Academy. Perks & Benefits Comprehensive medical benefits Professional Development 401K Plan Tuition Assistance Program Discounted Childcare Tuition Paid Time Off We are seeking a driven and personable individual to join our team as a Daycare Support Staff Mentor, Enrollments - a key role focused on growing enrollments and guiding families through the enrollment process. In this role, you will travel locally and regionally to engage with families, community organizations, and business partners to promote our programs. You will be the face of our brand in the community, building strong connections and helping families take the next step in their childcare journey. Key Responsibilities Drive enrollment growth by meeting monthly and quarterly targets. Conduct engaging tours, consultations, and presentations for prospective families. Travel to local businesses, schools, and HR departments to promote childcare services as a family benefit. Represent the organization at community events, expos, and networking functions. Build and maintain positive relationships with families from first inquiry through enrollment. Work along with the Director. Collaborate with marketing to execute outreach campaigns and initiatives. Track and manage leads, inquiries, and enrollment activity in CRM tools. 50 plus call per schools a week Meet/Call families who put in a disenrollment form to discuss a resolution Qualifications 2+ years of experience in sales, admissions, or enrollment (childcare or education industry preferred). Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales/enrollment goals. Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Ability to travel regularly within the assigned territory; occasional evenings/weekends required for events. Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred Bilingual preferred Ready to bring your passion to a place where learning is loved, loyalty is lived, care is felt, and adventure is encouraged? Apply today and start your journey with Little Learner Children's Academy. Little Learner Children's Academy provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, family medical history, marital status, military membership or veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other factor covered by applicable federal, state and local laws. Little Learner Children's Academy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. This Policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Description BILINGUAL - IN SCHOOL MENTORING LEAD MENTOR FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt - Full-time Benefits: BBBS offers a competitive benefits package which includes Health and Dental coverage, Vision, Critical Illness, Accidental coverage, Voluntary and Basic Life Insurance, Short and Long-term disability, Flexible Spending Account, and a matching 401K retirement plan. To qualify for benefits, the incumbent must work on average 30 hours per week. Reporting Relationship: In School Mentoring Manager ABOUT BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF METRO CHICAGO (BBBSMC): BBBSMC'S Mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. BBBSMC'S Vision is that all youth achieve their full potential. BBBSMC is an affiliate of the oldest, most respected mentoring organization in the US. BBBSMC is a professionally managed, mission driven, performance-based organization providing high quality, safe and impactful 1:1 mentoring services to over 1,300 children/families across four counties in Metro Chicago: Cook, DuPage and Lake Counties in Illinois and NW Indiana. As Metro Chicago and Northwest Indiana's largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring network, BBBSMC makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”) from age seven through high school graduation. Private corporate, foundation and individual contributions provide BBBSMC'S revenue base upon which we build programming that meets the needs of each child individually. Our programs are proven to keep kids in school, build positive behaviors and on the path to post-graduate success. Learn more at ***************** BBBS's Core Value: We deeply believe Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is paramount and fundamental to BBBS's success. We all work to build and maintain an inclusive and equitable work environment for our staff, volunteers, and program participants. It is our belief that every staff member should embrace DEI principles in the decision-making process. Therefore, we fully expect the ideal candidate will carry out their function with these core values in mind and treat everyone respectfully, fairly and equitably. Position Summary: The ISM Lead Mentor will work out of an assigned school, supporting approximately 50-80 elementary school aged youth (Littles) through facilitating both group and individual mentoring sessions. The Lead Mentor will provide positive role modeling and exposure to help Littles plan and set goals, increase social and emotional skills, as well as their self-confidence and sense of belonging. The support will be provided by facilitating group-specific curriculum along with individual mentoring sessions with Littles as needed, along with additional volunteer management and collaboration. The Lead Mentor will collaborate with a Mentoring Manager to enroll participants and effectively deliver the program's curriculum. An ideal candidate will be able to form relationships with youth that lead to positive outcomes. Responsibilities: In conjunction with ISM Manager, schedule, process, interview, assess and match (group and one-to-one) participating youth based on assessment recommendations Leads mentoring groups by facilitating group relationship development and scheduled lessons in coordination with the site school Mentors a caseload of youth either in a group or 1:1 match relationship during scheduled sessions throughout the year Maintains progress monitoring data for each Little Prepares and implements mentoring curriculum and activities, while also recommending adjustments to material as needed Implements positive behavior facilitation strategies to ensure a safe group mentoring environment Provides timely (no later than 48 hours) documentation; including attendance, session notes and match activities, and ensures all required data is accurately entered into agency databases Attends and actively participates in weekly check-ins with the ISM Manager to review progress of Littles and adjust programming as needed Conducts monthly check-ins with the school point of contact along with the ISM Manager Integrate into the school staffing model to provide value add service and ensure alignment with school policies and development Coordinate communication with parents/guardians, teachers, ISM Coordinator, BBBSChi program team and other relevant supports in youth's life when necessary Plans, coordinates, and attends BBBSChi and school-sponsored events, including welcome back and end-of-year celebrations, field trips, and enrichment outings, ensuring youth engagement and program visibility Participates in agency trainings, team meetings, and professional development opportunities to enhance service delivery and youth outcomes Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by providing feedback on curriculum, processes, and program structure Ensures compliance with BBBS Standards of Practice and youth safety protocols at all times Other duties as assigned Qualifications: A belief in the Mission and Vision of BBBS Associate's degree required and at least 1-year relevant work experience in related fields, such as social work, counseling, social services, child development, or education Previous experience working in schools with youth directly preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) required Solid understanding about and willingness to perform as a Mandated Reporter Assessment and relational development experience with child and adult populations Understanding of child development and family dynamics Experience working in diverse populations is preferred Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills Ability to work both in a team and independently; exercising good judgment, make sound decisions & problem solving Ability to work with confidential information required A strong commitment to quality and results Strong computer skills - Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Work, Outlook, Excel and internet-based applications Ability to collect meaningful data and draw solid conclusions Demonstrate ability to build rapport, engage, and work effectively with youth from diverse backgrounds in a supportive and age-appropriate manner Work Environment: This position operates in a professional office environment. There is an expectation to work onsite five days a week. Location: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago 130 S. Jefferson St. Chicago, IL 60661

Residential Mentors will help design and implement a summer program during late May through June, 2023. The program will involve mentoring high school seniors during a three week residential summer program in the last three weeks of June 2023. There are five open positions; two positions are residential, three are for commuters. Residential Mentors' duties will begin in late April and early May 2023 when they will begin making personal contact with Freedom Scholars (hereafter Scholars). They will attend an evening information session for admitted Scholars and parents in late May. They will participate in a three-day orientation to the CHP from June 7th through 9th and help lead an orientation for Scholars on Sunday, June 11. ● During the three weeks of the summer session, the Residential Mentors will fill three distinct shifts during the afternoon and evening: Team 1, Team 2 and a “floating” member of both teams. ● The two members of Residential Team 1 will meet with the Scholars for lunch at 12:10 each day and join two Academic Mentors in a debrief about the day's morning seminars from 1:00 - 2:00 during which the Scholars will have a chance to debrief, recounting their thoughts on the substance of the discussion. Residential and Academic Mentors will also lead Scholars on a short lesson concerning a writing strategy for the Scholars to practice in a short reflection on the morning seminar that they will write up in their free study time by the end of the day. At 2:00 pm, Team 1 Residential Scholars will take over the responsibility for leading the Scholars through the rest of the afternoon, which will begin with a one-and-a-half hour activity, which may take a variety of forms: ● Recreational sports or games, walks into Naperville, workshops on picking colleges and starting applications, workshops with visiting faculty, and the like. After a half hour snack break, Scholars will have another hour and a half to work on their written reflections or reading for the next day's seminars, which work Team 1 Residential Mentors will supervise. The two Team 1 Residential Mentors will end their day at 6 pm when the Scholars go in to dinner. ● Team 2 Residential Mentors will begin their days at 6 pm, joining the Scholars at dinner and accompanying them through the evening schedule, which will include an evening activity (similar to the afternoon activity above, including movie nights and guest speakers) from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. From 9:00 to 11:00, Scholars will end their days completing their reading and/or writing for the day and turn in at lights-out at 11:00. Residential Team 2 will stay in the dorms with the Scholars and end their official work day at 12 midnight. The Project Director will be in residence through each week night to assist Residential Team 2 in addressing any situations that emerge during the nighttime hours from 11 pm - 8 am. ● The “floating” Residential Mentor will join the Team 1 Residential Mentors generally at 2 pm and stay through evening activity. The floating Residential Mentor will help both Team 1 and Team 2 Mentors as an extra pair of hands during the busiest part of each day, helping deliver the academic mentoring as well as participating in activities. OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Support the College's mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College's Strategic Plan. 2. Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement. 3. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion. Job Qualifications ● Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students, staff, and faculty ● Skill in conflict resolution and building social and emotional learning as well as communication, especially with students from diverse backgrounds ● Familiarity with college application process and college readiness skills, particularly for students who are first-generation college-goers, from low-income families or families of historically marginalized groups ● Strong interpersonal communication skills, as well as writing and editing skills ● Demonstrating proficiency in presenting and communicating complex ideas in both written and oral forms ● Demonstrated interest in civic or political issues ● Experience organizing or leading others ● Must be a rising college sophomore, junior or senior or have graduated within the last two years and who has demonstrated excellence in college writing courses ● Experience as a Residential Assistant and/or managing younger students in a residential setting and/or on field trips desired ● Ability or interest in sports or expressive or visual arts (not required but appreciated) ● Knowledge of first aid and CPR (not required but appreciated) ● WSI or lifeguard certificate (not required but appreciated)

$27/hour | Up to 20 hrs/week | Paid Travel + Mileage | Remote This is a field-based position. You must live in Illinois and be able to travel throughout all of Cook County to visit youth in their homes, schools, and communities. Make a real impact with youth across Chicago. Kaleidoscope is a child and family services agency dedicated to helping young people heal, grow, and thrive. We deliver individualized community-based support grounded in compassion, respect, and genuine partnership. We are hiring Part-Time Youth Mentors to support our Enhanced Clinical Community Support (ECCS) Program. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with youth, values strong supervision, and wants to be part of a highly supportive and mission-driven team. For a limited time, we are offering a $500 signing bonus! What You'll Do Travel across Cook County to visit youth in homes, schools, and community settings Provide mentoring, support, and respite for youth and caregivers Engage youth in positive community activities Model coping, communication, and social skills Transport youth as needed (paid travel time + mileage) Follow through on scheduled visits and commitments to families Join team check-ins, supervision, and paid training provided in trauma-informed care, developmental delays, and therapeutic mentoring techniques Complete clear, and timely documentation within 48 hours Schedule includes afternoons, evenings, and weekends. What You Need High school diploma or equivalent 1+ year experience working with youth Must live in Illinois and be willing to travel across Cook County for visits Age 21+ with a valid driver's license + insured vehicle Strong communication, reliability, and patience Comfortable using email and video meetings Preferred: trauma-informed experience or bilingual. What It's Like to Work Here Kaleidoscope is a supportive, mission-driven team. Our work is grounded in core principles that guide how we show up for youth, families, and each other: Lead with empathy and non-judgment Practice self-awareness Name power imbalances and structural limitations Center youth, caregiver, and team voice and choice Demonstrate flexibility and resourcefulness Balance healthy boundaries with authentic relationships Connect with our purpose Prioritize self-care Commit to critical thinking and curiosity Celebrate strengths and successes Why You'll Love This Role Paid travel time + mileage reimbursement Paid training and ongoing development Supportive team + strong supervision Flexible, hands-on community work Direct, meaningful impact on youth and families Our contract requires background checks that include: criminal, education, and motor vehicle.