School-Based Big Brother (Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph, Mentoring Services for Children and Youth)

School-Based Big Brother

(Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph, Mentoring Services for Children and Youth)

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Position ID: V-GUE3172

Last Modified: 08 Apr 2022

Last Full Update: 08 Apr 2022

Opportunity Details

Impact Statement

Ignite a young person's interests and potential

Contact

Marg Allen, Program Administrator, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph; Phone: (519) 824-5154; Fax: (519) 824-6156; Email: volunteer.guelph@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

Duties

As a school-based Big Brother, you will be a positive role model and mentor to a young person.

Volunteers have visits with their "Little" on a consistent basis, usually once a week.

Volunteers invest time and attention into a child who faces adversity, build a friendship with them, and develop trust and respect. This could mean playing games with them, engaging in a conversation about what's on their mind, playing in the gym or in the school yard, cooking and baking, or any other type of activity that will engage a child and draw out their personality and interests.

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-Being ; Quality Education ; Reduced Inequality

More Info Link

www.bbbsg.ca

Benefits

Volunteers receive training in child safety, child development and communication skills. The experience gained presents an opportunity for personal/career development and satisfaction as a result of experiences, training opportunities and support. Volunteers also feel a sense of fulfillment because they have provided a safe, supportive, non-judgemental environment for a child and may develop a lifelong friendship.

For the child, this relationship will provide acceptance, guidance, support, companionship and new experiences.

Clients

Young people ages 6-16, in need of a positive adult.

Ages

18 year(s) and up

Suitable For

Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with limited mobility

Areas of Interest

Behavioural and Developmental Support Services ; Child & Family Services ; Friend / Penpal ; Mental Health / Addictions ; Mentorship / Leadership ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual ; Youth Services

Skills/Experience

Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Mentoring & Training ; Planning & Organizing ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently

Commitment Length

Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Long Term (More than 1 year) ; A minimum commitment of 1 school year is required, with the option to continue in future school years in order to build a strong relationship with the child.

Interaction Level

One-on-one

Minimum Hours

1 / Week

Dates and Times

Timing of visits may be flexible according to the volunteer and child's schedule.

Seasons

Year Round ; Commitment for the duration of 1 school year.

Location

Guelph & Wellington County

Number of Positions

Aberfoyle ; Arthur ; Elora ; Erin ; Fergus ; Guelph ; Harriston ; Mount Forest ; Palmerston ; Rockwood

20 individual(s) needed in total.

Positions available at schools throughout Guelph and surrounding areas.

Training

Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training is required ; Scheduled training ; Training on the job ; Training on-going ; Ongoing support from a caseworker throughout the course of the match.

Transportation

Mentorship is done in-person at the young persons school. Public or personal transportation would need to be used to get to the school.

Police Check

Required

Additional Requirements

Agency Interview, References, Family & Children's Services Check, Vulnerable Sector Police Check

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