GAME ON! Volunteer in a Group Mentoring program for boys! (Big Brothers Big Sisters of York)

GAME ON! Volunteer in a Group Mentoring program for boys!
(Big Brothers Big Sisters of York)

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Position ID: 2431

Last Modified: 30 Apr 2012

Last Full Update: 21 Mar 2012

Opportunity Details

Contact

Allison Haskins, Volunteer Coordinator, Big Brothers Big Sister or York Region; Phone: 905-726-2149 ext 310; Email: allison.haskins@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

More Info Link

www.bbbsy.ca

Duties

'Game On'....Eat Smart, Play Smart, Live Smart!

Benefits

Provide a positive role model to boys from a father absent home and to girls in need of adult friendship.

Clients

At risk children

Dates and Times

Onsite, during the lunch period, at both Public and Catholic Elementary schools throughout York Region

Seasons

Year Round ; During the school calendar year.

Location

York Region, Bradford and West Gwillimbury

Accessibility

Unknown

Number of Positions

On-going need in all areas of York Region.

Ages

18 year(s) and up

Suitable for OSSD

Minimum Hours

2 / Week

Commitment Length

Long Term - 3 hours weekly or bi-weekly ; Each 'Game On' group runs for 7 -11 sessions.
Volunteers would work as a team, running one session, and then move on to another session as required

Training

Orientation ; Attend a one hour Information/Orientation Session, Submit application, with supporting documents including 3-4 references, and a Vulnerable Sector Police Screening, Attend a three hour Safety Training Session, Participate in a one on one Assessment.

Interaction Level

One-on-one ; 1-4 ratio- group setting

Police Check

Required

Volunteer Categories

Big Brother/Big Sister ; Emotional Support ; Friend ; General Help (Counselling & Guidance) ; Role Model/One to One Work

Skills/Experience

Relates well and can provide a positive role model for a child.

Additional Requirements

Able to commit to several 7- 11 week sessions, minimum one year.

Liability Insurance

Available