Young Adult Volunteer Mentor

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Skokie Public Library

Learning Experiences Department

Position:

Young Adult Volunteer Mentor

Major Objective:

Assist library staff in providing leadership for a group of teen volunteers as they complete thematic service projects during their summer vacation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attend training and orientation in the beginning of May
• Attend weekly group meetings throughout June and July
• Manage weekly attendance of teen volunteers
• Supervise and participate in projects determined by library staff
• Under the direction of library staff, provide direct communication to group members

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Good organizational skills
• Dependable
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and patience when working with learners of all ages
• Passionate about positive youth development
• Willingness to take direction
• Some technology skills required

Supervision:

Volunteer Specialist and Young Adult Services staff will be responsible for the supervision of the volunteer.

Orientation and Training:

• Library-wide - general library orientation for volunteers

• Young Adult - orientation to the practices and procedures of Young Adult Services

Work Schedule:

Weekly for 1-2 hours

May include some special events

Commitment Required:

May 1- August 10