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Flex your super powers - become a Lunch Buddy Mentor
ORGANIZATION: Compeer at the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas
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76 people are interested
Are you able to "treat a child as if he(she) is already the person he(she) is capable of becoming" (Ginott).? If so, the Mental Health Association of South Central KS, is looking for your super powers. Compeer is a national mentoring program hosted by MHA that serves the needs of those dealing with mental health issues (or who have a guardian dealing with Mental health issues). Currently we are recruiting for mentors for our Compeer Lunch Buddy program. Volunteers are trained in mentoring and mental health while polishing their super powers before they are matched with a student. Once matched they spend at least one hour a week at the students school during lunch/recess. Provide a child with a positive role model, mentor, and caring friend; be a Lunch Buddy and make a difference for you and them. *capes are optional.
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About Compeer at the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas
Location:
555 North Woodlawn, Suite 3105, Wichita, KS 67208, US
Mission Statement
The Compeer program at the Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas utilizes the power of volunteer mentors to improve the lives of Wichita area children and adults who are striving for mental wellness.
Description
Compeer volunteers have an impact on the lives of those they mentor by providing caring, supportive relationships, being positive role models, and helping their mentee gain confidence and a feeling of connection to their community. Individuals referred to Compeer are often lonely or isolated and struggle with peer-to-peer relationships, social skills, academics, feeling accepted, or trusting others. Compeer offers mentorship opportunities that are community-based one-to-one friendships and school-based friendships with children ages 6 to 17, community-based one-to-one friendships with adults, and veteran-to-veteran relationships. Will you join us in making a difference in the lives of those whose lives have been impacted by mental illness? Volunteer with Compeer today; give only one hour per week to make a friend and change a life!
CAUSE AREAS
Advocacy & Human Rights,
Children & Youth,
Crisis Support
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Multiple locations Wichita, KS 67208
(37.7011 ,-97.27608 )
DATE POSTED
May 15, 2025
SKILLS
- Tutoring
- Child Development
- Mentoring
- Child Care
- Mental Health
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- One lunch hour (60 minutes) per week.
- Commitment of at least one academic year required.