Ivy Tech Student Mentor

Ivy Tech Community College • South Bend, IN

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About The Position

To meet with the mentee student to provide individual specialist support on an agreed basis. 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. Problem-solving 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, self-confidence, 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 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. At Ivy Tech, you’ll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life-changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full-fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact. Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures. To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations. Competitive benefits and professional development programs The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace

Requirements

• 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
• Problem-solving skills to help mentees find solutions to challenges they face
• Experience and proficiency in their respective field to provide relevant and reliable advice
• High School diploma or GED required
• 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 problem-solving abilities
• Highly empathetic and understanding
• Able to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Relevant qualifications in counseling, psychology or related fields will be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Meet with mentee to provide individual support
• Assist student in working towards increased independence in learning
• Advise mentee on knowledge and utilization of campus support services
• Assess needs, skills and aspirations of the individual
• Establish a relationship of trust and respect
• Provide guidance and advice on career development, personal growth and professional skills
• Help set goals and develop an action plan
• Offer constructive criticism and feedback
• Share personal experiences and knowledge
• Encourage positivity, self-confidence and resilience
• Provide resources and tools to help the individual expand their knowledge and skills
• Monitor progress and adjust 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

Benefits

• Competitive benefits
• Professional development programs
• The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities
• Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging
• Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED