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96 people are interested
Compeer Volunteer Friend/ Mentor
ORGANIZATION: Compeer
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96 people are interested
Mental Wellness Starts with Friendship.
https://www.mhainulster.com/compeer-volunteers-needed/
FRIENDSHIP - FROM YOUR PHONE!
Compeer is an internationally recognized program which trains community volunteers to become friends and mentors to adults in mental health recovery. The program needs volunteers to be one-to-one friends/mentors, phone or email "buddies", group mentors, pen pals and program assistants. Volunteers receive training, ongoing support, and guidance from the Compeer Coordinator.
Are you a caring, compassionate and accepting person? Do you want to really make a difference in someone's life? Become a Compeer Volunteer and give the gift of friendship. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to make a new friend, help someone feel less lonely and isolated, help remove the stigma of mental illness, and do something great for your community!
Volunteers are needed in Kingston and all over Ulster County. One to one mentors especially needed in Kingston, Kerhonkson/Ellenville, Woodstock, New Paltz, and Saugerties.
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About Compeer
Location:
Mental Health Association, 300 Aaron Court Kingston, Kingston, NY 12402, US
Mission Statement
The Compeer program of Mental Health Association in Ulster matches caring trained volunteers with adults who receive mental health services. These supportive friendships help individuals to isolate less, experience fuller lives,stay well and reach their goals.Compeer Volunteers are always needed to help MHA fulfill it's mission to engage all people in optimal mental health.
Description
Make a friend and change a life! Compeer Volunteers give 4 hours a month and share activities like talking on the phone, movies, going out to lunch, shopping,taking walks, etc..Participate in monthly group activities too. Receive training and supervision and be part of a fun and rewarding program!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Kingston, NY 12401
DATE POSTED
December 20, 2022
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- People Skills
- Mental Health
- Relationship Building
- Advocacy
- Outdoor Recreation
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 19
- Orientation or Training
- For one-to-one mentors - 2-4 hours a month for one year - on the phone or in person
- Non- judgmental compassion and acceptance of individuals with mental illness and ability to serve all program participants regardless of socio-economic status, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.