Volunteer Mentor for Black Youth

6 days ago

Pickering, Canada Together We Can - Youth Mentorship Full time

We need volunteers aged 18 or older to be a part of our Government approved programs for Black Youth and their Families
- **Join our amazing team for a rewarding opportunity to positively impact families in Durham Region. Our agency has been helping countless families since 1993**_

**The goal of our youth mentorship**:To better support Black youth and their families achieve positive life outcomes. Support offered through community & cultural connections, counselling, leadership opportunities, job skill development, coordinating mentorships, and offering practical and relevant workshops. As a volunteer, you will offer your ideas and share your skills via assisting in the organization of various community events, program initiatives, and engaging workshops. You can volunteer for mentorship, specific events, or on an ongoing basis.

**Qualifications**:
We are currently seeking mentors who have expertise in:

- Cultural Identity
- Empowerment/Advocacy
- Leadership
- Building Relationships

**_How does it work?_**
- We will have a conversation to learn more about your interests and background. From there, we will collaboratively decide the best way for you to be a part of our team.
- You will share experiences, skills, and idea’s to engage & serve the community.
- Flexible hours and everything is done virtually.
- You will be offered training ongoing support from us.

**_What’s in it for you?_**
- Let’s face it competition in the job market these days is challenging. Stand out and show that you are the person who makes time to be a leader in your community. Demonstrate your dedication an attribute that all employers love.
- You will learn new skills maybe your interest is in event coordination, wellness promotion, administration, workshop facilitation Build your resume and obtain excellent references from professionals from diverse backgrounds and a valued community agency.
- You’ll be positively contributing to changing lives.
- You will have the opportunity to be a part of interesting workshops to add to your resume and enhance your knowledge base regarding a wide range of topics.

**To become a Mentor, you must**:

- Have a demonstrated ability to provide safe and healthy relationships with others
- Be a positive role model
- Willing to provide 1-2 hours a week or 3-4 hours biweekly of your time virtually/remotely.
- Our meetings are all done virtually due to Covid-19 Restrictions.
- Provide a valid police record check (for questions or concerns please contact Cornelious at 647-523-6138 or Irene at 647-523-5847
- Attend workshops to increase/compliment/expand understanding cultural awareness/anti-black racism/power, privilege and oppression /violence

**Who Can Be a Mentor**:

- Individuals 18 years or older
- Professionals, Community Leaders, College students
- Consistent, caring adults who will help Black youth participants make healthy and safe choices and increase their resilience to make progress towards their goals

**What will Mentor's Do?**

Mentor will connect with at-risk youth in the community for a minimum of 6 months to a maximum of 1 year Virtually/Remotely, and may:

- Spend 1-2 hours a week with a Black Youth Participant
- Group Mentorship
- Career and School Explorations

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Volunteer, Casual

**Salary**: Up to $1.00 per year

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: Up to $1.00 per year

Schedule:

- Night shift

Work Location: In person

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