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RFK Community Alliance

Mentor

Pittsfield, MA

$21.75 - $23/hr

Mentor Pay Range: $21.75 - $23.00 Pittsfield, MA RFK Community Alliance is seeking a Mentor to ... Diversity and inclusion doesn't happen by accident, it's by design. Together we are the designers.

RFK Community

Mentor

Pittsfield, MA · On-site

$21.75 - $23/hr

Mentor Pay Range: $21.75 - $23.00 Pittsfield, MA RFK Community Alliance is seeking a Mentor to ... Diversity and inclusion doesn't happen by accident, it's by design. Together we are the designers.

ISAT Total Support

Lead Design Engineer (P.E.)

Fremont, CA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Join Our Team as a Lead Design Engineer (P.E) At Tomarco Contractor Specialties LLP/ ISAT Total ... You will also mentor junior engineers, support quoting and billing processes, and contribute to ...

ACO, Inc.

Design Engineer III (Mentor)

Mentor, OH · On-site

Design Engineer III Position Description DESIGN ENGINEER III SUMMARY: Applies engineering skills to product development and process design. Prepares clear, complete, and accurate working plans and ...

EROS Technologies, Inc.

JBPM Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$53.25 - $69/hr

... design/mentor and lead the team Collabrative , good in verbal / written communications and ability to present difficult concepts in simple terms Strong Java knowledge, Spring, Hibernate, Messaging ...

PerigonSoft, LLC

Senior Java Developer

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$57 - $72.50/hr

The successful candidate will lead technical design, mentor development teams, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet federal security ...

RimePro Inc

Lead Electrical Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

This role also provides technical mentorship to engineers and designers and serves as a subject-matter expert for critical-power integration challenges throughout design and production. What you'll ...

Calvary Robotics

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Webster, NY · On-site

$82K - $113K/yr

We are seeking a senior mechanical design engineer with at least 5 years' experience in conceptual ... Mentoring ability and a desire to teach junior engineers and peers * Strong work ethic, sense of ...

Taylor Design

Design Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

The Design Director is a visionary leader with a strong ability to mentor, inspire creativity, foster meaningful relationships, and build a design culture across all Taylor Design offices. This role ...

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How much do design mentor jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for design mentor in the United States is $114,491.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $144,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Design Mentor typically support the professional growth of junior designers within a team?

A Design Mentor plays a crucial role in fostering the development of junior designers by providing regular feedback, sharing industry best practices, and guiding them through design challenges. They often facilitate one-on-one sessions, review design portfolios, and help mentees set achievable career goals. Additionally, Design Mentors encourage collaboration by involving junior designers in team projects and cross-functional meetings, helping them build confidence and expand their skill sets in a supportive environment.

What is the difference between Design Mentor vs Design Coach?

AspectDesign MentorDesign Coach
CredentialsExperience in design, portfolio, industry knowledgeExperience in design, coaching certifications (optional)
Work EnvironmentOne-on-one mentorship, educational settings, online platformsGuidance sessions, skill development, performance improvement
Employer & Industry UsageDesign firms, educational institutions, freelanceCorporate training, freelance, consulting

Design Mentors typically share their experience to guide less experienced designers, focusing on skill development and career growth. Design Coaches often work on improving specific skills or performance, providing structured feedback and strategies. While both roles involve mentorship, Design Mentors emphasize knowledge sharing, whereas Design Coaches focus on skill enhancement and goal achievement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Design Mentor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Design Mentor, you need strong expertise in design principles, a solid portfolio, and experience in fields such as graphic, UI/UX, or product design. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and prototyping platforms, as well as mentoring or teaching certifications, is highly valuable. Excellent communication, active listening, and the ability to provide constructive feedback are crucial soft skills for fostering growth in mentees. These skills ensure you can effectively guide, inspire, and empower aspiring designers to reach their full potential.

What are design mentors?

Design mentors are experienced professionals who guide, support, and advise less experienced designers or students in their career and skill development. They provide feedback on design work, help set learning goals, share industry insights, and offer advice on navigating challenges in the design field. Through regular meetings or communication, design mentors foster growth, confidence, and connection within the design community.
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Infographic showing various Design Mentor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,491 per year, or $55 per hour.
Mentor

Mentor

RFK Community Alliance

Pittsfield, MA

$21.75 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Mentor
Pay Range: $21.75 - $23.00
Pittsfield, MA
RFK Community Alliance is seeking a Mentor to expand our Legacy Mentoring program in Berkshire County to provide one-to-one support to participants ages 11-24 who have been commercially sexually exploited or trafficked. A Mentor at RFK Community Alliance would be expected to provide advocacy and long-term consistent support to young victims of commercial sexual exploitation. All hires receive supervision and ongoing support from a fellow Survivor Leaders, Program Coordinator and Vice President of Community Services.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide one-on-one support and mentoring to participants who have been commercially sexually exploited. This support will include weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly meetings (depending on where a participant is in recovery) with each meeting lasting 1-3 hours. Contacts may occur wherever the participant lives (including in group care, a juvenile justice facility, foster home, family setting, and/or in the community).
  • Provide written documentation for each contact with your assigned participant using designated reporting forms and data collection forms.
  • Work collaboratively with other mentoring team members in developing an appropriate support service, education, and treatment plan for each assigned Mentees.
  • Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, including law enforcement, to enhance each youth’s safety and ability to aid in a prosecution, when appropriate.
  • Attend supervision meetings with Legacy Program Coordinator as well as weekly staff meetings.
  • When appropriate, co-facilitate exploitation prevention groups with participants in schools, group homes, etc.
  • Attend mandatory training as required for position and/or to promote professional development. Track hours to provide to supervisor as requested.
  • Additional assigned duties as needed or requested by supervisor that fall within the scope of the position.
ABOUT THE JOB:
The commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC) is a form of child abuse that constitutes any sexual activity with a minor for which something of value is given or exchanged. RFK provides voluntary mentoring services to participants that are survivors of CSEC or there are suspicions of CSEC. RFK provides specific training related to boundaries and secondary trauma to support service delivery.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
  • A personal interest in, and commitment to, working with children and adolescents.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Positive attitude and belief in the hope of recovery from commercial sexual exploitation for Mentees.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Personal history as a survivor of commercial sexual exploitation as an adolescent or young adult is preferred but not required. This may include exploitation through online outlets such as (social media platforms, Only Fans, webcamming, etc.) forced migration, stripping, pornography, prostitution, or commercial exchange of explicit pictures).
  • A minimum of five years in recovery from sexual exploitation if applicant is a survivor of CSEC
  • Preferred experience and knowledge working with LGBTQI+ youth
  • A minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
  • A current driver’s license and access to a car.
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred. LGBTQI+ and Male mentors are encouraged to apply.
  • Demonstrates and promotes cultural competence, awareness, and respect for diversity/inclusivity.
Who We Are
RFK Community Alliance provides high-quality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multi-service agency, we offer a wide range of programs serving a variety of needs across all ages, from infants to seniors. We are team players when it comes to caring. We work with the people we serve, their families, schools, and other community partners to develop a network of support. We provide opportunities to build skills and confidence. We nurture strength, determination, and resilience.
How We Promote Equity, Cultivate Leaders, and Grow Together
At RFK Community Alliance, we’re dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesn’t happen by accident, it’s by design. Together we are the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences throughout every level. Which is why we’re committed to honoring, celebrating, and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team, in our clientele and within our community. Our team must reflect our community and vice versa. We value, respect, and support all types of diversity across all identities including, but not limited to, ethnicity, race, gender, LGBTQIA, age religion and abilities. We take responsibility for the community we’re creating here at RFK Community Alliance, and we’re here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one.
Why You’ll Love Us
In addition to being a part of a supportive team, we offer amazing employee benefits, including:
•Health Insurance
•Dental Insurance
•Vision Insurance
•Generous paid time off
•Holiday Pay
•Educational Assistance
•Employer paid life insurance
•Employer paid Short- amp; Long-Term Disability
•Retirement Plan with generous employer match
•Tuition Reimbursement
•Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
To apply for this position please click on → Mentor. RFKCA offers a compassionate, inclusive company culture and excellent work environment. RFKCA is deeply committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusiveness. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability. EOE/AA

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