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6 people are interested
Amigos Mentoring Program
ORGANIZATION: Family Services of the Merrimack Valley
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6 people are interested
Family Services’ Amigos mentoring program matches children aged 8-14 with caring adults to serve as a role model and friend. Although both mentors and mentees benefit from the one-on-one mentoring relationship, the mentor helps to increase their mentees self-confidence and create a more positive outlook for the future by simply spending time together...which makes a BIG difference!
Basic "Mentor" Requirements
- Always use good judgment and discretion
- Are responsible, stable, and nurturing members of society
- Are interested in being a friend to a young person
- Are at least 22 years of age
- Come from different social backgrounds, races, and religions
- Are willing to adhere to all program policies and procedures
- Are willing to complete the application and screening process
- Will be dependable and consistent in meeting the time commitments
- Will communicate regularly with program staff and take constructive feedback regarding mentoring activities
Benefits
- Make a difference in a child’s life
- Personal fulfillment through contribution to community and individual
- Satisfaction in helping someone mature, progress, and achieve goals
- Personal ongoing support and supervision to help the match succeed
- Mentor/mentee group activities, complimentary tickets to community events, participation recognition events
- Have FUN!
- Receive a weekly stipend, match activity and mileage reimbursements
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About Family Services of the Merrimack Valley
Location:
430 North Canal Street, Lawrence, MA 01840, US
Mission Statement
Our Community Mentoring Programs aim to make a positive difference in the lives of children and youth. We are a volunteer organization that provides support, guidance, and friendship to children by matching youngsters to adult role models. We match each child we serve with a mentor who believes in them. We offer our mentors the opportunity to experience the magic that comes with exposing a child to new perspectives and possibilities.
Description
Mentors open doors and challenge young minds. Outings might be recreational, character building, or educational. A mentor could provide the first opportunity for a child to explore a museum, hike a mountain, or join a sports team. They may be the only adult in the child's life who can consistently devote time to just hanging out, one-on-one. The most common outings are as simple as walking in the park, baking a cake, or renting a movie. Mentors have the opportunity to be a true friend to a child in need.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
430 North Canal StreetLawrence, MA 01840
DATE POSTED
April 16, 2024
SKILLS
- General Education
- Youth Services
- Advocacy
- Child Development
- Physical Education
- Life Coaching
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 22
- Orientation or Training
- Time Commitment • Make a one-year commitment • Spend 3 hours each week with your mentee and document your outing after each visit • Attend an initial 6-hour group training session • Attend mentor/mentee group events twice a year