ELK Ivy Tech Student Mentor
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Job Description
To assist the student in working towards increased independence in learning using the action plan drawn up by the Advisors. To advise the mentee student throughout their participation in the program on knowledge and utilization of campus wrap around and support services.
Major Responsibilities:
A skilled mentor should possess a variety of interpersonal skills professional experience and personal qualities including:
- FT/PT student at Ivy Tech Community College
- Must have successfully completed two semesters
- Must be in good academic standing
- Excellent communication skills to effectively convey advice feedback and guidance to mentees.
- Active listening skills to understand the needs goals and aspirations of their mentee.
- Empathy and understanding to connect with the mentee on a personal level and to validate their experiences.
- Leadership skills to guide and inspire mentees towards achieving their goals.
- Problemsolving skills to help mentees find solutions to challenges they face
- Experience and proficiency in their respective field to provide relevant and reliable advice
- Assessing the needs skills and aspirations of the individual
- Establishing a relationship of trust and respect with the individual
- Providing guidance and advice on career development personal growth and professional skills
- Helping set goals and develop an action plan to achieve them
- Offering constructive criticism and feedback to foster personal and professional growth
- Sharing personal experiences and knowledge to provide insight and perspective
- Encouraging positivity selfconfidence and resilience in challenging situations
- Providing resources and tools to help the individual expand their knowledge and skills
- Monitoring the progress of the individual and adjusting the mentorship plan as needed
- Help mentees identify their goals and devise strategies to achieve them
- Provide advice and guidance on personal and professional development
- Support mentees in overcoming challenges and setbacks
- Share insights experiences and knowledge to broaden mentees perspectives
- Monitor mentees progress and provide constructive feedback
- Identify opportunities for mentees to develop new skills or gain experience
- Maintain a positive and trusting relationship with mentees
- Adhere to professional guidelines and ethical standards
Reports to: Program Director
Compensation: $15/ hr.
This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) other applicable regulatory requirements and professional standards.
Education:
High School diploma or GED required.
Experience & Skills:
- Patience and a positive attitude to motivate and encourage mentees even in difficult times.
- Respect for confidentiality and privacy to build a trustworthy relationship with the mentee.
- Proven experience in a mentorship or coaching role.
- Strong knowledge of personal and professional development techniques.
- Excellent communication listening and interpersonal skills.
- Able to inspire and motivate others.
- Strong problemsolving abilities.
- Highly empathetic and understanding.
- Able to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion.
- Relevant qualifications in counseling psychology or related fields will be advantageous.
- Engages in behaviors that create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued respected and supported.
- Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of the College students and employees.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity national origin marital status religion sex gender sexual orientation gender identity disability age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the Colleges Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
Employment Type
Part-Time
