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85 people are interested
Change a life- Be a Mentor!
ORGANIZATION: Center For Family Services
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85 people are interested
We are in search of compassionate adults to mentor young people in Camden City with Reach For Success! Reach For Success works with youth ages 8-17 who are involved in the juvenile justice system.
The mentoring program uses adult volunteers who commit to supporting, guiding, and mentoring a young person for a period of at least one year. By becoming part of the social network of adults and community members who care about the youth, the mentor can help youth develop and reach positive academic, career, and personal goals.
Mentor Role
- Take the lead in supporting a young person through an ongoing, on-on-one relationship
- Serve as a positive role model
- Build the relationship by planning and participating in activities together
- Strive for mutual respect
- Build self-esteem and motivation
- Help set goals and work toward accomplishing them
Time Commitment
- Make a one-year commitment
- Spend a minimum of two hours per week of one-on-one time with a mentee
- Attend an initial training session
- Attend mentor/mentee group events, mentor support groups, and program recognition events
Participation Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old
- Be interested in working with young people
- Be willing to adhere to all program policies and procedures
- Be willing to complete the application and screening process
- Be dependable and consistent in meeting the time commitments
- Attend major training sessions as scheduled
- Be willing to communicate regularly with the program staff, submit activity information and take constructive feedback regarding mentoring activities
- Not use illicit drugs
- Not use alcohol or controlled substances in an inappropriate manner
- Not be currently in treatment for substance abuse and have a non-addictive period of at least five years
- Not be currently in treatment for a mental disorder or hospitalized for such in the past three years
Desirable Qualities
- Willing listener
- Encouraging and supportive
- Patient and flexible
- Tolerant and respectful of individual differences
Benefits
- Personal fulfillment through contribution to both community and individuals
- Satisfaction in helping someone mature, progress and achieve goals
- Training sessions and group activities
- Participation in a mentor support group
- Personal ongoing support and supervision to help the match succeed
- Mentee/mentor group activities, complimentary tickets to community events (when available), participant recognition events
Application and Screening Process
- Written application
- Driving Record Check
- Criminal History check: child abuse and neglect registry, sexual offender registry
- Personal Interview
- Provide three personal references
- Attend initial mentor training
For more information, contact the Reach for Success Program Coordinator at
856-379-4611 (Ext. 52005) or mentoring@centerffs.org
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About Center For Family Services
Location:
584 Benson St., Camden, NJ 08103, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Center For Family Services is changing the odds for children and families by providing vision, hope, and strength for a better life through intervention, prevention, and education.
Description
Center For Family Services is a leading non-profit social services provider offering a strong and innovative continuum of care with comprehensive and evidence-based services. The top workplace team at Center For Family Services has a professional commitment to high-quality services. Dedicated employees balance best practice and cutting edge approaches, providing personalized and compassionate care with a goal to help each person reach their full potential.
Center For Family Services experienced rapid growth over the last decade, expanding to include a wide range of specialized care to meet the growing and changing needs in the New Jersey community. Headquartered in Camden City, Egg Harbor Township, and East Orange, Center For Family Services offers life-changing services in convenient and accessible locations across the state.
With a proven track record of accomplishments working with neighborhood residents, schools, government leaders, corporate partners, and social service providers across the community, Center For Family Services is a force for positive change. The strong network of more than 1500 dedicated staff are the most valuable asset and resource at Center For Family Services. Center For Family Services is an employer and a service provider dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion. Cultural competence and awareness is a critical component of workplace culture and service delivery.
CAUSE AREAS
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WHERE
584 Benson St.Camden, NJ 08103
DATE POSTED
September 28, 2023
SKILLS
- Youth Services
- Mentoring
- Child Development
- Life Coaching
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours each week for a minimum of one year
- Age 21+