Success Mentor - Bilingual (Spanish)

YMCA
Salary
$60,000.00
How to Apply
Apply Online
Join your Passion to our Mission!
Job Description

The Y seeks a dedicated, entry-level professional to support the academic and personal development of students in school settings. The Success Mentor manages a caseload of students, builds meaningful relationships, and collaborates with school staff to enhance student engagement, attendance, and overall success.

Qualifications
  • Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
  • At least two years of experience in human services, education, mentoring, or a related field
  • Prior experience working with children and adults in diverse, multicultural environments
  • Familiarity with mentoring, teaching, or youth development programs preferred
  • Bilingual, Spanish, strongly preferred
Essential Functions
  • Apply child safety and risk management policies consistently to ensure a safe environment for all students
  • Conduct parent/child enrollments at home or school, providing program orientation, safety education, and referrals as needed
  • Monitor student attendance, engagement, and progress; provide guidance and coaching to improve outcomes
  • Build and sustain trusting relationships with students and families to support mentoring success
  • Partner with teachers, counselors, administrators, and community organizations to provide guidance and support
  • Develop and implement strategies to enhance student engagement and academic success
  • Provide timely reports and recommendations to program leadership based on student interactions and assessments
  • Other duties as assigned