The Volunteer will develop relationships with families that are involved with the Nest Program which will promote positive family, child development and decision-making.
The mentors role is to support their families by:
- Empowering them to resolve current issues and to develop coping strategies for parenting.
- Provide a model for a healthy, trusting relationship through clear communication and setting appropriate boundaries.
- Acknowledging their strengths, talents and gifts and encouraging them to find ways to use them.
- Be an active listener and offer support and encouragement when appropriate.
- Engage in activities outside of the home
Responsibilities:
- Be a friend
- Record time spent with families (software)
- Check-in with clients (WEEKLY)
- Give rides to clients for priority appointments or errands
- Monthly supervision/support groups with the Volunteer Coordinator.
- Maintain confidentiality of participants.
- Clear communication with the family and Volunteer Coordinator
Qualifications:
- Willingness to provide emotional, social, and practical support within limits.
- Knowledge of ones boundaries and ability to set limits with others.
- Recognition that all people have strengths and they need to discover and use them.
- Valid drivers license and insurance.
- Completed background check and training.
Time Commitment:
- Prepare for, and achieve closure at the end of 1 year or other determined time.
- 2-10 hours a month and activity as determined
