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7 people are interested
Mentor Nigerian female refugee youth in Byron Center
ORGANIZATION: Bethany Christian Services
Please visit the new page to apply.
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7 people are interested
Current: The youth is a 14-year-old from Nigeria. She is living in a foster home where she is doing very well. She is excelling in school (English is her first language) and participated in basketball this season. She is athletic, friendly and social. Her case manager stated, "...she would like a mentor in order to engage more in the community, and have another supportive adult in her life. She is easy going, and gets along well with most people."
Background: This youth arrived to our program in October 2017. She was previously in a shelter in Chicago.More opportunities with Bethany Christian Services
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About Bethany Christian Services
Location:
901 Eastern Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49501, US
Mission Statement
Bethany Christian Services manifests the love and compassion of Jesus Christ by protecting and enhancing the lives of children and families through quality social services.
Description
Bethany Christian Services is the largest national adoption and family services agency in the United States.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1050 36th St SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
DATE POSTED
February 20, 2018
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Basketball
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- One year, 4 hours minimum every month.
- Application, in-person interview, 2-hour group training