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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grey, Bruce and West Simcoe
150 Openings
Summary
BBBSGBWS provides mentorship services to youth ages 6-18 in schools and communities. As a vibrant, collaborative, community-focused organization we believe in creating communities where young people belong and are empowered to unlock their potential.
Description
What you'll be doing
Volunteer Opportunities:
Community-Based Volunteer
- Join us as a Mentor in our community-based volunteer program. Connect with a local youth (ages 6-18) in your community. Spend one hour a week engaging in fun, skill-building activities and make an impact (One year commitment)
School-Based Volunteer
- School-based volunteers spend one hour weekly connecting with a group of Mentees (ages 6-16) within the school environment. Mentors are provided with programming that supports educational success. Join us as a school-based Mentor and make an impact (Four month commitment)
Group-Based Volunteer
- Group program volunteers support the BBBSGBWS team in a variety of unique settings, including our Outdoor Wellness Program, Youth Council meetings and Big Bunch events. This position is great for students. (Flexible commitment)
Agency Volunteer
- With the BBBSGBWS team engage in fundraising support and be a BBBSGBWS brand ambassador. Join our team at local youth events, connect with children, youth, families and make an impact
To Volunteer With Big Brothers Big Sisters, You Should:
- Be interested in developing a positive relationship with a local child or youth
- Promote the welfare and safety of children and youth and act with integrity
- Be trustworthy, energetic, mature, reliable, patient and respectful of others
- Be supportive and non-judgmental in your interactions with children and youth
- Be comfortable with BBBSGBWS's core values, policies and procedures
- Be cause-driven and believe in the power of civic engagement and community connection
What will be expected of me?
- Commit approximately one to two hours per week (this varies across programs)
- Commit for up to one year or as little as four months (this varies across programs)
- Complete pre-match training and screening to ensure the safety and security of children and youth
- Receive ongoing connection, training and support from BBBSGBWS
- Communicate openly and regularly with the parents/guardians
- Communicate openly and regularly with the BBBSGBWS Mentorship Coordinator team
BBBSGBWS is committed to recruiting a diverse group of volunteers that represent the communities we serve, while encompassing the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from persons of color, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations.
Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
Police Check
Child Welfare Check
When
Immediately
Where
On-site Address
Owen Sound , Ontario
Causes
Children & YouthCommunity & Social Services
Skills & Experience
Mentoring
Tags
mentorshipcommunity impactcommunity volunteeryouth empowermentcommunity connectionfamily and children's servicesworking with childrenin personnonprofit charityvolunteer with children and yo...children & youth support
Type of Volunteer
IndividualCouple
Type of Activity
On-siteIndoorOutdoorPhysically Active
Good for Ages
Adult (Ages 18-54)Older Adult (Ages 55+)
Languages
English
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BBBSGBWS provides mentorship services to youth ages 6-18 in schools and communities. As a vibrant, collaborative, community-focused organization we believe in creating communities where young people belong and are empowered to unlock their potential.
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Minimum Age Requirement
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