Volunteer Psychologist (Volunteer)

Volunteer Psychologist (Volunteer)

PromiseLearning | Social-Emotional Learning & Youth Development

Organization: Mentor A Promise (MAP)

Location: Remote with NYC-based collaboration as needed

Type: Volunteer

Reports To: Director of SEL & Youth Development

About Mentor A Promise

Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City–based nonprofit serving children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability through mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning (SEL), and creative expression. Our programs are designed to provide stability, emotional safety, and consistent support for young people navigating housing insecurity.

About the Role

We are seeking a Volunteer Psychologist to support the development of trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate, and ethically grounded practices across MAP’s programs. This role provides guidance on youth mental health, emotional safety, and best practices for working with children and families experiencing housing instability.

The Volunteer Psychologist works closely with the Director of SEL & Youth Development, Program Leadership, and Mentor Training teams to help ensure MAP programming reflects research-informed psychological principles and safeguards youth well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on trauma-informed and youth-centered practices across programs
• Advise on social-emotional learning strategies and youth mental wellness
• Support development of mentor training content related to youth behavior, regulation, and emotional safety
• Offer consultation on challenging youth situations and appropriate response strategies
• Review program materials to ensure psychological safety and developmental alignment
• Contribute to policies and practices supporting child safety and ethical care
• Maintain timely, professional responsiveness via email and chat in Google Workspace

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field
• Experience working with children, adolescents, or families
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and youth development
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Alignment with MAP’s mission and dignity-centered values

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with youth experiencing housing instability or trauma
• Familiarity with SEL frameworks and school-based mental health practices
• Experience advising nonprofit or educational programs
• Interest in mentorship and youth development initiatives

Commitment

• Volunteer role
• Approximately 5–10 hours per week
• Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
• Fully remote with optional NYC-based collaboration

What You’ll Gain

• Meaningful impact supporting youth mental health and emotional safety
• Collaboration with educators, mentors, and program leaders
• Professional references and letters of recommendation
• Experience contributing to trauma-informed nonprofit programming

How to Apply

Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit:

• Resume (required)
• Cover letter (required) describing relevant clinical or youth psychology experience and interest in MAP’s mission

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.