Report to: Peer Mentors will be a volunteer of Northwest London Resource Centre (NWLRC). The role of the mentor will be to support high risk youth in our newest program “Northwest Youth United”. We are looking for youth between the ages of 18-24 to become Peer Mentors to support youth 11-16 years old.
Commitment: Approximately 3 hours per week (Tuesday & Thursday evenings- 1.5 hours each from 5-6:30PM)
Duties: As part of this program you would participate in fun, structured activities and workshops with your Mentee 2X per week (Tuesday & Thursday evenings). We are looking for individuals who can commit to this from mid-January until mid-April
Desired Qualifications & Characteristics
-Between the ages of 18-24
-Be able to commit to 3-6 months – mid January-mid April
-Passionate and enthusiastic
-Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills
-Reliable, accountable and flexible
-Have a genuine desire to help your mentee succeed
Peer Mentors Have the Opportunity to:
-Develop leadership skills
-Get involved in the community and engage in a valuable volunteering opportunity
-Upgrade your skills
-Attend Psychological First Aid and Mental Health First Aid courses taught by the London Training Centre at no cost and receive certificates to add to your resume
-Support youth to work towards goals and successful futures
-Share skills and knowledge with youth
-Meet and connect with other supportive Peer Mentors