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2 people are interested
Mentor 18-year-old refugee from Guatemala
ORGANIZATION: Bethany Christian Services
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2 people are interested
We are looking for a male volunteer (preferably Spanish-speaking) to mentor a 17-year-old male youth from Guatemala. This youth arrived into Bethany's program in March of 2019. His case manager shared, "He is very smart young man who enjoys being social and reaching out to others. During his time in the program he has been an exemplary young man who has display very good behavior, respectful, eagerness to learn and take advantage of the opportunities offered in the program. He regularly attends church on Sundays with our staff. He has express interest on practicing English more and help with his school. He has does not like swearing or disrespect by others. He likes playing sports such as soccer, outdoor activities and going on outings to explore the city of Grand Rapids. His hobbies include drawing, painting, music, and making bracelets made from thread." This youth is ONLY available to meet on weekends.
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About Bethany Christian Services
Location:
1050 36th St. SE, Suite 400, Grand Rapids, MI 49508, US
Mission Statement
Bethany demonstrates the love and compassion of Jesus Christ by protecting children, empowering youth, and strengthening families through quality social services.
Description
For refugees fleeing danger, the search for safety can be extremely challenging. And too often, people become numbers in a system that can feel impossible to navigate. That’s why we guide, protect, advocate for, and support refugees. In the U.S., we offer resettlement and continued support services in strategic locations.
Bethany Christian Services' Refugee and Immigrant Services program encompasses adult and family resettlement as well as refugee foster care for Unaccompanied Children and Unaccompanied Refugee Minors. Our services for unaccompanied refugee youth include case management, counseling, housing (foster homes, group homes, independent living), classes (New Arrival, Life Skills, driver's training), and volunteer mentoring and tutoring.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1050 36th St. SESuite 400Grand RapidsKentwood, MI 49508
DATE POSTED
January 18, 2022
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Spanish
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- One year, four hours per month.
- Application, references, background clearances, interview, training