ACTS ''..a candle to shine''

Description

Mentors must:
Be at least 18 years old
Be interested in working with young people
Serve as a positive role model and friend
Be willing to adhere to all program policies and procedures
Be willing to complete the application and screening process
Make a one-year commitment
Be dependable and consistent in meeting the time commitments
Be willing to communicate regularly with program staff and take constructive feedback regarding mentoring activities
Attend an initial two-hour training session and additional two-hour training sessions during each year of participation in the program
Help set goals and work toward accomplishing them
Attend mentor/mentee group events, meetings and program recognition events
Have a clean criminal history
Not use illicit (or recreational) drugs
Not use alcohol or controlled substances in an inappropriate manner
Not be currently in treatment for substance abuse and must have a non-addictive period of at least five years
Not be currently in treatment for a mental disorder or hospitalized for such in the past three years
If a driver, must have access to a safe automobile, auto insurance, and a good driving record