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2 people are interested
Mentor for Young Men's Initiative
ORGANIZATION: Brooklyn Community Services
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
Reports to: Activity Specialist Department: Youth Development
Location: Dr. Susan S. McKinney Secondary School of the Arts IS/HS 265 in Fort Greene Brooklyn
General Function: A good mentor can change a young person’s life. Mentors meet with students and engage in discussions and activities which would be conducive to the young person’s development. We expect mentees to benefit in the areas of education, health and civic engagement. The goal is to build a trusting relationship and encourage students to succeed, overcome obstacles, meet goals and reach their greatest potential.
Specific Duties:
- Make a ten month commitment to develop and maintain a mentor relationship with a middle school/early high school youth
- Meet with mentee on a regular basis to establish a relationship and to support mentee in educational goals
- Assist mentee in solving school-related and other problems that interfere with mentee’s success at school
- Attend a mentor orientation and training session before meeting a mentee
- Attend ongoing mentor training and support sessions
Desired Attributes:
- Must be 21 years old or older
- Must have a high school diploma
- Experience mentoring or working with youth
- Ability to establish a relationship based on equal responsibility and respect;
- Practical problem-solving skills and ability to suggest options and alternatives;
- Must be willing to complete a background screening (SCR, SEL clearance and criminal history)
- Sincere desire to be personally involved with children and young adults to help them achieve personal and educational goals
Time Commitment: 2 hours per week on Wednesdays between the hours of 5pm - 7pm
Support: Training for this position will be provided from the activity specialist who will be a dedicated liaison for the mentors. In addition, the program director will provide safety trainings and orientation for mentors.
Benefits: This is an excellent opportunity for someone thinking about career in the nonprofit sector or for someone interested in working with the youth. This position allows volunteers to be meaningful community partners. The program will provide on occasion food, swag, and paid trips with students
To apply: email Tanya Walker, Program Director twalker@wearebcs.org
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About Brooklyn Community Services
Location:
151 Lawrence St, Fl 4, BROOKLYN, NY 11201, US
Mission Statement
BROOKLYN FOR ALL. BCS believes all Brooklynites should have the resources, education, opportunities, and safety they need to thrive. We envision healthy and sustainable communities, where members are engaged as leaders, neighborhoods draw from their strengths and generations flourish together.
Description
About Brooklyn Community Services (BCS)
Brooklyn Community Services (BCS), formerly the Brooklyn Bureau of Community Service, was founded in 1866, based on our founders’ firm commitment to assist Brooklyn’s neediest and most disadvantaged citizens. Our first project was the Newsboys Home, a refuge for thousands of unschooled, impoverished and unwanted boys who lived by their wits on Brooklyn’s streets. Over the years, we have strengthened countless families at risk of separation; supported and stabilized people with psychiatric illnesses; helped adults with physical and developmental disabilities participate fully in the community; enabled people to move from welfare to work; and offered guidance, education and support to children.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
101 Park AveBrooklyn, NY 11205
DATE POSTED
December 28, 2018
SKILLS
- Youth Services
- Child Development
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 21
- 2 hours per week on Wednesdays between the hours of 5pm – 7pm