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Youth Mentor jobs are open across nonprofits, schools, community organizations, and government agencies, at every level from entry-level volunteer coordinator to senior program director, with specializations in academic tutoring, life skills coaching, and behavioral support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We’re a California nonprofit that helps young people build independence through inclusive recreation, enrichment, and individualized mentorship. We’re hiring immediately for a part-time Youth Employment Support Mentor (Job Coach). You’ll work one-on-one with a teen in Los Angeles County, helping them explore career interests, find meaningful volunteer opportunities, and build the skills to succeed at work.
Location: In person, based in Inglewood, CA, with coaching at community and placement sites in Los Angeles County.
Schedule: 2–6 hours per week. Immediate start.
Starting pay: $60–$70 per hour, depending on experience.
What you’ll do
Help the teen identify strengths, interests and goals, including creative or arts-related interests, and turn them into practical next steps.
Research age-appropriate volunteer, internship and entry-level job opportunities. Help with outreach, applications, résumés, interview practice and onboarding.
Coach at volunteer and work sites as appropriate. Model tasks, break down instructions, use visual checklists or reminders, and gradually reduce prompts as independence grows.
Practice workplace communication, punctuality, task planning, teamwork, problem solving, responding to feedback, asking for help and self-advocacy.
Coordinate with the participant, family, program team and site supervisors on schedules, expectations and agreed supports. Help the teen prepare for travel to and from placements as appropriate.
Set measurable goals with the teen, document sessions and progress, and protect participant confidentiality.
Required qualifications
Direct experience supporting autistic and other neurodivergent youth.
Ability to tailor coaching to a teen’s communication preferences, sensory needs and goals while respecting their choices.
Reliable communication, clear documentation and availability for in-person sessions in Los Angeles County.
Preferred experience
Youth job coaching, supported employment, volunteer placement, school-to-work transition services or workforce development.
Apply through Indeed with a résumé and a brief description of your experience supporting autistic and neurodivergent youth. Please include your earliest available start date.
Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour
Expected hours: 2.0 – 6.0 per week
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in youth mentor jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, education, psychology, or a related human services field
- Experience working directly with youth in a structured program or community setting
- Current mandated reporter certification and familiarity with child safety protocols
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and fingerprint clearance
- Strong relationship-building skills and cultural competency across diverse youth populations
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits or program sites
Tips for Your Youth Mentor Job Search
Tailor your resume to measurable outcomes
Youth mentor roles attract candidates from education, social work, and counseling. Set yourself apart by quantifying your impact, such as the number of youth you supported, program completion rates, or academic improvements you helped achieve.
Highlight mandatory reporting and safety training
Many employers require you to hold current certifications in mandated reporter training, CPR, or trauma-informed care. List these prominently on your resume and confirm they are current before you apply, since lapses can slow the hiring process.
Target programs aligned with your population focus
Youth mentor openings vary widely by population served, from court-involved youth and foster care to college-access programs. Narrow your search by the specific age group or circumstance you have experience with so your application speaks directly to what each employer needs.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists youth mentor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare scenario answers about de-escalation
Interviewers for youth mentor roles almost always ask behavioral questions about managing conflict, crisis, or emotional dysregulation in a young person. Prepare two or three specific examples using the situation, action, and result format before your interview.
Ask about caseload size before accepting an offer
Youth mentor roles differ dramatically in how many young people you are responsible for at once. Knowing the expected caseload helps you negotiate realistic expectations and assess whether the organization has the resources to support the work.
Youth Mentor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most youth mentors?
The most active employers for youth mentors right now are Children's Home, Xiente, and TelosU, and the most openings are in New York, Pennsylvania, and Utah, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofits and government-funded community programs account for the largest share of active listings.
How many youth mentor jobs are remote?
About 14% of youth mentor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most mentoring work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are program coordination, curriculum development, and case management roles that do not require in-person sessions with youth.
How do you become a youth mentor?
Start by earning a degree in education, social work, psychology, or a related field, or build direct experience through volunteering with youth programs at community centers, schools, or nonprofits. Obtain your mandated reporter certification, complete a background check clearance, and develop skills in mentoring frameworks such as strength-based coaching or trauma-informed care before applying to paid positions.
Can you get hired as a youth mentor with little or no experience?
Yes, many entry-level youth mentor roles accept candidates with volunteer experience, internships, or relevant coursework in place of paid work history. Emphasize any direct time you have spent with young people, such as tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, or faith-based youth programs, and highlight certifications like CPR or mandated reporter training to strengthen your application.
What does the youth mentor interview process look like?
Most youth mentor interviews include a phone screen with HR or a program coordinator, followed by an in-person or video interview with a hiring manager who will ask behavioral questions about your experience with young people and conflict resolution. Some organizations add a panel interview with program staff, a brief skills demonstration, or a background check review before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to youth mentor jobs?
You can find and apply to youth mentor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing from the job page.
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