Growth Opportunities Mentor

De Vries Institute for Global Faculty Development

part-time

Posted on: 4/1/2026

Location Type: Remote

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About the role

Communicate with their mentee weekly, by telephone, email, or in person, to keep in touch about what is going on in their lives
Be respectful of the mentee’s time, opinions, and decision-making and strive for mutual respect
Serve as a positive role model by modeling desirable behaviors, i.e., patience, tolerance, and reflective listening
Be comfortable and able to establish appropriate boundaries with the mentee and his or her family
Be encouraging and supportive of the mentee
Build self-esteem and motivation
Build the relationship by planning and participating in activities together
Help the mentee develop a milestone plan for completing high school and going on to college or work

Be at least 18 years old
Reside in the Jefferson County area
Be interested in working with at-risk youth in the juvenile justice system
Be willing to adhere to all program policies and procedures
Be willing to complete the application and screening process
Be dependable and consistent in meeting the time commitments
Attend mentor training sessions as prescribed
Be willing to communicate regularly with program staff, submit activity information, and take constructive feedback regarding mentoring activities
Have access to an automobile; have auto insurance and a good driving record
Have a clean criminal history
No use of illicit drugs
No use of alcohol or controlled substances
Not be currently in treatment for substance abuse and have a nonaddictive period of at least five years
Not be currently in treatment for a mental disorder or hospitalized for such in the past three years

Benefits

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