Youth Mentor / Respite Support (Part-Time) Kaleidoscope - Chicago, IL at Kaleidoscope

Job DescriptionJob Description$27/hour | Up to 20 hrs/week | Paid Travel + Mileage | RemoteThis 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 DoTravel across Cook County to visit youth in homes, schools, and community settingsProvide mentoring, support, and respite for youth and caregiversEngage youth in positive community activitiesModel coping, communication, and social skillsTransport youth as needed (paid travel time + mileage)Follow through on scheduled visits and commitments to familiesJoin team check-ins, supervision, and paid training provided in trauma-informed care, developmental delays, and therapeutic mentoring techniquesComplete clear, and timely documentation within 48 hoursSchedule includes afternoons, evenings, and weekends.What You NeedHigh school diploma or equivalent1+ year experience working with youthMust live in Illinois and be willing to travel across Cook County for visitsAge 21+ with a valid driver's license + insured vehicleStrong communication, reliability, and patienceComfortable using email and video meetingsPreferred: trauma-informed experience or bilingual.What It's Like to Work HereKaleidoscope 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-judgmentPractice self-awarenessName power imbalances and structural limitationsCenter youth, caregiver, and team voice and choiceDemonstrate flexibility and resourcefulnessBalance healthy boundaries with authentic relationshipsConnect with our purposePrioritize self-careCommit to critical thinking and curiosity Celebrate strengths and successesWhy You'll Love This RolePaid travel time + mileage reimbursementPaid training and ongoing developmentSupportive team + strong supervisionFlexible, hands-on community workDirect, meaningful impact on youth and familiesOur contract requires background checks that include: criminal, education, and motor vehicle.Job Posted by ApplicantPro