Volunteer Mentor - In-School Mentoring
(Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grand Erie, Halton and Hamilton, Halton Office, Mentoring Programs for Young People)
Opportunity Details: Volunteer Mentor - In-School Mentoring
Contact | Natalie Michlewicz, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Serving Grand Erie, Halton and Hamilton; Phone: 905-525-3860; Email: InfoHH@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca |
Duties | ORGANIZATION INFORMATION Our mentoring programs are interventions, helping empower young people to realize their potential. 80% of the young people involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters are experiencing 3-5 Adverse Childhood Experiences, which are forms of social, emotional or economic challenges. With the support of volunteer mentors and our community, we are able to provide 1,200 young people and their families with mentoring services each year. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES While time commitments vary by program type, we typically require a minimum voluntary investment of two hours per week. We understand that everyone has their own commitments, and try our best to accommodate student and volunteers schedules. Our program portfolio continues to grow to reflect the needs of the communities we serve. Programs take place in one-to-one or group settings, during school hours or outside of them. 1:1 PROGRAMMING (IN-SCHOOL MENTORING) Mentors will meet 1:1 with a child one hour a week (same day and time each week) for the duration of the school year (September-June). Matches are made based on the child's interests, personality, and proximity to school. Mentors must be 18-years-of-age or older. Student Considerations: Note that we rely heavily on post-secondary student volunteers, and accommodate individuals who reside in our catchment area during the post-secondary academic year (typically September to April) " |
More Info Link | https://haltonhamilton.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/volunteer-information/ |
Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Post-secondary students |
Areas of Interest | Education Support (Elementary / Secondary) ; Life Skills Support ; Social Interaction ; Youth Engagement |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently |
Commitment Length | Long Term - 1 year |
Interaction Level | One-on-one |
Minimum Hours | 2 / Week |
Seasons | Year Round - During school year |
Number of Positions | Acton: 5 individual(s) ; Burlington: 10 individual(s) ; Georgetown: 5 individual(s) ; Hamilton: 5 individual(s) ; Milton: 10 individual(s) ; Oakville: 10 individual(s) 50 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Orientation - One-time orientation ; Training is provided - Two-part training (3 hr total) ; Scheduled training - We will work with you to find a time that works best for you for orientation and training |
Transportation | Near public transit ; Vehicle is not required however, it is recommended. We will work with you to assign you a school near public transit. |
Cost | Vulnerable Sector Police Clearance Fee |
Police Check | Required |
Additional Requirements | Begin the application process via our inquiry form: https://haltonhamilton.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/volunteer-inquiry/ |
Agency Details: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grand Erie, Halton and Hamilton, Halton Office, Mentoring Programs for Young People
Office Phone | Halton office: 905-637-9911; Hamilton head office: 905-525-3860 |
Fax | 905-525-6444 |
InfoHH@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca | |
Website | www.MentorsForKids.ca |
Address & Map | |
Mailing Address | c/o Big Brothers Big Sisters 639 Main St E Hamilton, ON L6K 3W4 |