After School Mentor

BLOC Ministries•Cincinnati, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

BLOC Ministries is an inner-city ministry serving underserved communities through relationship-based programs and practical support. With approximately 80 staff members, its programs include after-school services, job training, recovery homes, and other community ministries. The After School Mentor supports a small group of students by creating a safe, encouraging environment where they feel seen and supported. The mentor escorts students to and from programs, engages them in meaningful activities, builds caring relationships, and partners with families and staff to support students’ academic, social, emotional, and spiritual growth. The role uses trauma-informed care, de-escalation, conflict resolution, and positive behavior modeling. The position is onsite at IDEA School Project from 3:15 PM to 6:15 PM, three days a week (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday). The mentor may also be asked to attend additional school events to interact with students and parents. The ideal candidate has a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, supports BLOC Ministries’ mission and values, and leads with integrity, humility, compassion, and consistency.

Requirements

Strong communication and relational skills with students and parents.
Dependable and consistent, with the ability to commit to the stated schedule of three days a week.
Ability to model patience, grace, and healthy boundaries.
Personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and support for BLOC Ministries’ mission, vision, and values.
Lead with integrity, humility, compassion, and consistency.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children or youth in an educational, ministry, or mentoring capacity.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care, conflict resolution, and de-escalation, or willingness to be trained in these areas.

Responsibilities

Safely and consistently escort an assigned group of students to and from after-school programs.
Build Christ-centered, caring relationships with students through daily interactions, conversations, and activities.
Stay engaged with the assigned group during program time and foster belonging, respect, and encouragement.
Partner with mentors and staff to support students’ academic, social, and emotional needs.
Practice trauma-informed care by recognizing and responding to students’ individual needs and experiences.
Use de-escalation and conflict-resolution techniques to help students manage emotions and restore relationships.
Help students develop communication skills, including self-expression, active listening, and respect.
Model patience, self-control, empathy, and healthy boundaries.
Interact with parents and caregivers at events to build trust and strengthen connections among home, school, and community.
Represent BLOC’s mission by being a good neighbor and embodying hope in the midst of brokenness.