Volunteer

Description

Our mentors are matched with a young person aged between 12-24 years or a parent or carer. Mentors and young people meet on a weekly basis for up to 3 hours to do an activity like going to the cinema, bowling, or just meeting for a bite to eat and a chat. Parent mentors also meet weekly with a parent they are matched with to have a coffee or a bite to eat.

Mentoring sessions create an informal, relaxed atmosphere, through which the mentor can support a young person or parent and help them to make positive changes.

Is training provided?:Yes

Please note that Garda Vetting is required for this position which will be processed with you after you apply.

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

Once matched to a young person/parent you will meet them once a week for between 1-3 hours depending on the person/what stage your relationship building is at .and the activity you have planned.

Benefits of Volunteering:

As a volunteer mentor, you have an opportunity to encourage positive change in the life of a young person or parent and to witness first-hand the impact that you can have.

Details of time commitment needed for role:
1 to 3 hours a week.

Minimum time commitment per week:
1 hour p/week

Additional screening required for this role::
Application form, interview, reference check.

Sustainable Development Goal:

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ATU - GALWAY, UNIVERSITY OF GALWAY