Hounslow Action for Youth
Location
Feltham, Greater London | United Kingdom
Job description
Youth Mentors will join our vibrant team and play a crucial role in helping disadvantaged young people navigate life's challenges and unlock their full potential.
What will you be doing?We are looking for volunteers to join our vibrant team as a Youth Mentor and embark on an inspiring journey of making a real difference in the lives of socially excluded and disadvantaged young people. As a mentor, you'll have the chance to create a positive impact and be part of an amazing community.
We offer various roles to match your interests and skills:
*Issue-Based Mentor: Empower young people dealing with challenges related to race, identity, mental health, and more.
*Arts-Based Mentor: Nurture creative talents and help young artists develop their artistic aspirations.
*Careers-Based Mentor: Guide personal development, career goal setting, and business/enterprise ideas.
Responsibilities:
- Build meaningful relationships with your assigned young person.
- Provide expert mentorship and guidance tailored to your area of expertise.
- Maintain accurate records and progress reports for your mentee.
Training and Supervision:
You'll receive regular supervision and training from our qualified Lead Mentoring Coach.
What are we looking for?What We're Looking For:
- Undergraduates and graduates in Youth/Social Work, Arts (Creative Writing, Music, etc.), Business, or related disciplines.
- Skills and experience of working with young people.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational abilities with an eye for detail.
Qualities We Value:
- Encouraging and supportive nature.
- Patience and flexibility.
- Tolerance and respect for individual and cultural differences.
What difference will you make?HAY is staffed by a team of skilled youth work practitioners and the contribution made by volunteers is invaluable. Your help and expertise will be vital in supporting young people who need one-to-one support to navigate challenges and unlock their full potential so that they can go on to have bright futures.
Becoming a Youth Mentor at HAY is not just about giving back; it's also about personal growth and development. You will gain valuable, transferable skills in mentoring, coaching, communication, empathy, problem-solving, organization, leadership, and more.
Before you applyPlease provide a cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role and your relevant experience. Interviews will be an informal Zoom chat with Volunteer Manager or CEO.
Causes
Organisation type:
Charity
We provide a range of educational, arts, sports, and vocational services for disadvantaged and vulnerable young people who live in the London Borough of Hounslow.
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