Are you a happy, confident adult with a positive outlook on life? Do your friends and family tell you that you're great with children and youth? Why not consider sharing your spare time, skills and laughter with a child or youth in need in your community? Our volunteers act as positive role models to children and youth of all ages throughout Halton. In as little as a few hours a month, you can make a significant difference in the life of a child or youth.
Physical distancing does not have to mean social disconnection – we have adjusted and adapted to ensure mentors and mentees continue their relationships while they may be separated due to Coronavirus COVID-19. However, mentors now also have the option, as of August 1, 2020, to meet with their mentees face-to-face in outdoor settings and with very strict safety guidelines in place.
Role
- To be a friend and good role model for a child or youth in care. Friendships and trust are formed and positive social skills, confidence and self-esteem are instilled.
Time Commitment
- Time is dependant on the requirements of each child or youth and what time you have available to commit.
- Approximately once a week and a minimum one year commitment is required.
Major Responsibilities
- To provide positive and supportive communication between yourself and the child or youth, leading by example.
- To report activities and progress to the child or youth’s worker.
- Be attentive to the needs and interests of the child or youth.
- Take ownership for the goals and direction provided by the Society/worker.
- Adhere to the guidelines of the Society’s Code of Conduct.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Listening skills, friendly, non-judgemental, caring, experience in relating to children, youth and families.
- Good time management and organization skills.
- Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Driver’s Abstract.
- Patience, sense of humour and a caring personality.
Benefits
- Establish a new meaningful connection with a child or youth in your community.
- Foster positive growth and development.
- Facilitate life skills development in a child or youth within your community.
You are...
- A team player who possesses leadership qualities.
- Enthusiastic and energetic.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Motivated.
- Accountable.
- Outgoing and enjoy meeting new people.
- Conscientious.
Team Support
- Supervisor of Volunteer Services
- Child or youth’s worker
- Volunteer Services Team Assistant
Contact For More Information
Clara Costa, Supervisor of Volunteer Services
Halton Children's Aid Society
1445 Norjohn Court, Unit 1
Burlington, Ontario
L7L0E6
905-333-4441 x 0713