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Game On! - Group Mentor
ORGANIZATION: Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver
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3 people are interested
Ready to apply? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/
Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again with our Group Mentoring program, Game On!
Through fun physical activities and active play, complemented with balanced eating support and snacks, participants are engaged in life skills, communication, and social-emotional health discussions to encourage a life-long healthy lifestyle. This program provides youth Mentees with information and support to make informed choices about a range of healthy lifestyle practices. Sessions are structured around four themes:
- Physical Activity
- Balanced Eating
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Communication Skills
Who can be a Mentor?
- Male, trans, and gender diverse individuals who are 18+.
- Inclusive and welcoming of Mentors of all sexual orientations.
- Reliability, consistency, dedication, and respectfulness of others.
What are the requirements?
- Can commit to two 8-week programs, over two school terms.
- Available to meet weekly for 90-minute sessions.
Who are the Little Buddies?
- Boys, trans, and gender diverse children and youth in grades 4-7.
- Will benefit from building self-confidence and learning how to practice healthy lifestyle choices.
Locations:
Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby and Vancouver
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About Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver
Location:
5118 Joyce St Unit #300, Vancouver, BC V5R 4H1, CA
Mission Statement
We enable impactful mentoring relationships where children and youth can discover their power and potential, in collaboration with our local communities.
Description
We enable impactful mentoring relationships where children and youth can discover their power and potential, in collaboration with our local communities.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Greater VancouverGreater Vancouver, V5R 4H1Canada
DATE POSTED
March 7, 2024
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Sports Coaching
- Child Development
- Multi-Tasking
- Organization
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- 90 minute sessions, once a week, during weekdays afternoons (typically between 2:30PM - 5:30PM) over an 8 week period.
- No prior experience working with children necessary. FREE training is provided!