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96 people are interested
Make a difference. Be a Youth Mentor!
ORGANIZATION: Catholic Charities, Lake County Services
Please visit the new page to apply.
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96 people are interested
Would you like to help a local youth? Would you like an excuse to be a kid again? Become a youth mentor! Catholic Charities is currently recruiting mentors to work with 9-12 year-olds in Lake County. Studies show that volunteering a just a few hours a week can have a lifelong impact on a young person. If you are at least 21 years old and are willing to commit just 2 hours a week for a year, you are strongly encouraged to apply.
Mentoring can be fun and flexible. Once you’ve been matched, you develop a schedule and plan activities that work best for you and your mentee. Due to the pandemic, your interactions will be a combination of in-person and virtual. We will provide you with ideas and support to help you find the best way to connect with your mentee. Quarterly events that include other mentors and mentees are available too.
Express Interest below to get more information!
According to various educational studies, kids who have mentors have:
- Increased high school graduation rates
- Lower high school dropout rates
- Healthier relationships and lifestyle choices
- Better attitude about school
- Higher college enrollment rates and higher educational aspirations
- Enhanced self-esteem and self-confidence
- Improved behavior, both at home and at school
- Stronger relationships with parents, teachers, and peers
- Improved interpersonal skills
- Decreased likelihood of initiating drug and alcohol use
You can really impact the life of an at-risk child.
More opportunities with Catholic Charities, Lake County Services
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Catholic Charities, Lake County Services
Location:
671 South Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, US
Mission Statement
Catholic Charities fulfills the Church's role in the mission of charity to anyone in need by providing compassionate, competent, and professional services that strengthen and support individuals, families, and communities based on the value and dignity of human life. Catholic Charities is guided by the core values, Respect, Compassion, Competence and Stewardship.
Description
Catholic Charities Lake County Services has provided a comprehensive range of social services in four important areas: basic human needs, families and individuals, the needs of children, and senior services.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Grayslake, IL 60030
DATE POSTED
January 24, 2023
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Relationship Building
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum 1-2 hours a week for one year
- Since you are one-on-one with your mentee, we require 3 trainings, fingerprints, and several release/acknowledgement forms.