Volunteer (Social Worker)

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Covenant House Toronto Full time

JOB OVERVIEW:
We are looking for a mentor who lives in Toronto and GTA who is a **Social Worker**. The Mentor Program matches youth with adult role models who provide positive life and career advice or just a listening ear. The program helps our young people establish valuable relationships and improve their decision-making skills.

II. 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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