Volunteer Mentor

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Covenant House Toronto Full time

JOB OVERVIEW:
I. DUTIES:

- To check in with their mentee once a week via text or phone call
- To meet with mentee on a video call in place of in person meetings twice a month
- To attend all training meetings and needed support meetings online
- To meet with the program supervisor for follow-up and/or problem solving
- To have a clear understanding of Covenant House Philosophy and 5 Principles
- To act as a friend, companion, advisor and role model rather than an authority figure
- To provide support and motivation to youth
- To listen without judging
- To encourage and facilitate youth in learning how to make decisions and take responsibility
- To be willing to share experiences and ideas with youth

II. QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS
- Free of a criminal record of physical or sexual violence
- A sincere interest in youth
- Flexible schedule to spend time with your mentee
- Stable personal and professional life
- Be open-minded
- Good listening and communication skills
- Patience
- Adherence to the principles, mission and philosophy of Covenant House
- Previous volunteer experience as a mentor is an asset
- Non-judgmental, "helping" attitude
- Ability to motivate youth

III. BENEFITS
- Help empower youth to make positive choices in their lives
- Become acquainted with other ‘like-minded’ volunteers
- Increase awareness of services and diversity in your community
- Gain training and experience that may be beneficial on your resume
- Mentor/Mentee group activities, participant recognition events
- Sense of giving back to the community
- The opportunity to gain exposure to and knowledge of a diversity of issues faced by young people who are homeless, trafficked or at risk

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