Mentor Manager - Sarasota, FL

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast is seeking an outgoing, experienced Human Services professional to grow our matches in Sarasota and the surrounding areas in the role of  Mentor Manager.  BBBS Sun Coast is an Agency that promotes the mentoring relationships between Bigs and Littles for the purpose of igniting the potential in each child served.

NOTE:  The VENICE and SARASOTA offices will be moving from their present locations to the new location at Rosin Way near the intersection of Clark Rd and Honore Ave in Sarasota by the end of June 2024.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes major medical/Rx, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, as well as, a great work environment that promotes family and creativity.

The primary responsibility of this position is to cultivate and create successful matches from those relationships within the community while promoting BBBS Sun Coast as the non-profit agency of choice for volunteering and supporting.

Ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in social or human services, education, or similar field of study; or a combination of education and experience; or 4 years of relevant work experience in a related field.

Ability to fluently communicate in Spanish is a plus.

What are the key duties of the role?

*  Performs interviews and assessments for volunteer candidates, children and families for coordination of new matches

*  Maintains all documentation required for each case match by following established protocols in a timely manner.

*  Communicates with parents, children, teachers, mentors, volunteers and the community

*  Develops events for Big & Littles with the help of other internal departments as part of the mentoring process

*  Provides activities and training for Volunteer development

*  Follows up as required with all active matches including an annual review

*  Meets or exceeds all metrics set for the Mentor Manager role

*  Ability to identify opportunities to recruit children and volunteers for further outreach

*  Ability to work some evenings and weekend hours to support the activities of the matches such as interviews and events

*  Must have dependable transportation.  Offsite meetings common.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast promotes a safe environment of diversity and inclusion for all youth and families, volunteers, donors, job candidates, and staff.  We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.