Volunteer: Mentor for 8 Week Mentor Cohort Program

CST members have access to a diverse experience that combines fun, skill-building, community, and personal development. Our programs grow and evolve based on the needs and interests of our local youth and provide a safe outlet for them to explore their talents. One of our main goals is to teach children that their struggles and obstacles don’t determine their lives; they can always overcome adversity with help and hard work. Our members leave CST with leadership and social skills, academic improvement, and a built-in community they can rely on. Our main focus is to offer our youth the life skills that will positively shape their futures. The future of CST is bright. Our initial goal was to impact the world starting with our community; we’re now well on our way. We hope to eventually have youth centers worldwide, offering greater academic support, activities, and events catered to their specific communities, and a chance to add value to the lives of youth everywhere.,

Welcome to the Mentor Program!

Thank you for your interest in volunteering as a mentor with Children Striving Together. Your dedication and support play a crucial role in shaping the lives of the children in our community. This job aid provides an overview of the responsibilities and the schedule for the 8-week mentor cohort.

Program Overview

• Duration 8 weeks
• Time 1-4pm
• Components
• 6 Facilitated Workshops
• 1 Field Trip
• 1 Overnight Retreat
  

Mentor Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in all scheduled workshops, field trips, and the overnight retreat.
• Provide guidance and support to your mentee(s).
• Facilitate discussions and activities during workshops.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants.
• Communicate regularly with program coordinators and provide feedback using Slack.
• Be a positive role model and advocate for the children.
• Arrive between 12 30 pm-12 45 pm for set-up
  
  

Weekly Schedule and Key Activities

Each Saturday consist of a different workshop/activity around Creating Arts utilizing the following components

• Relationship Building
• Creative Arts
• Field Trip
• Overnight Retreat
• Objective To empower young individuals by providing them with guidance, support, and positive role models, thereby fostering their personal, academic, and social development. The mentor program aims to build self-esteem, enhance life skills, and inspire the youth to achieve their full potential, contributing to their overall well-being and future success.
  
  

Team Building/Field Trip

• Objective The objective of the field trips in the mentor program is to provide youth with enriching, real-world experiences that reinforce learning, broaden their perspectives, and strengthen mentor-mentee relationships, thereby enhancing their personal and social development. These trips aim to inspire future aspirations and foster a sense of community awareness and engagement.
• Activities Group challenges, problem-solving tasks.
  
  

Overnight Retreat

• Objective The objective of the overnight retreat for the mentor program is to deepen the mentor-mentee relationships through immersive activities, reflection, and goal reassessment, while reinforcing the skills and concepts learned throughout the program. This retreat aims to create lasting bonds and provide a supportive environment for personal growth and development.
• Activities Outdoor activities, Indoor activities, group reflections, goal reassessment.
  
  

Communication and Support

• Weekly Check-ins Program coordinators will hold brief weekly check-ins with mentors to address any concerns and provide support. The date for the weekly check-ins will be discussed at the mentor briefing before the program starts.
• Emergency Contact Ensure you provide your emergency contact information in the event we need to reach out to someone on your behalf
  
  

Key Contacts

• Program Coordinator Richard Gatewood | [email protected]
• Founder/CEO Christi McDaniel | [email protected]
• President Domonique Jackson | [email protected]
  
  

Additional Resources

• Training Materials Available online or through the program coordinator.
• Support Networks Connect with fellow mentors through our online platform or scheduled meet-ups.
  
  

Conclusion

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This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good.