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7 people are interested
Youth Program Volunteers Needed
ORGANIZATION: RTB RAISING THE BRIDGE
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7 people are interested
Be able to commit to building relationships with the youth.
Communicate with young people - by telephone, text, or email - to keep in touch about what’s going on in their lives.
Honor all commitments made to the youth.
Be respectful of young people time, opinions and decision-making.
Serve as a positive role model by modeling desirable behaviors - e.g. patience, tolerance, and reflective listening.
Be comfortable and able to establish appropriate boundaries with young people and their family.
Be encouraging and supportive of the young people.
- Participate in activities.
- Have fun
More opportunities with RTB RAISING THE BRIDGE
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About RTB RAISING THE BRIDGE
Location:
PO BOX 850956, MESQUITE, TX 75185, US
Mission Statement
Raising the Bridge empowers teens to reach their greatest potential by providing sustainable life skill programs, mentoring, and community involvement opportunities.
Description
Raising the Bridge (RTB) accomplishes its mission through the following activities and initiatives. The overall goal is that at-risk youth will be empowered with the tools they need to create a healthy, happy and productive future. Projections are to serve 500 at-risk youth in 2020 through three core programs. Young Men’s/Young Ladies Programs: Staff and volunteer mentors provide training in leadership development, life skills, healthy lifestyles and money management through two 18-session programs - one for boys (age 12-18) and one for girls (age 12-18). Summer Sports Camp: Staff and volunteer trainers provide athletic conditioning/training on a college level as well as teach character building, teamwork, self-confidence and discipline, 4 days per week/4 weeks. Youth Community Garden: Staff and volunteers work with youth in garden prep and maintenance, promoting new skills and teamwork for the youth.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
900 Rutherford DriveMesquite, TX 75149
DATE POSTED
August 24, 2021
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Youth Services
- Family Therapy
- Child Welfare
- Crisis Intervention
- Child Development
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 25
- 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month, 5:45 Pm to 9:00 PM
- Must be good with teens and love to have fun.