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The need for mentorship

The Boundless program has been a core program of Inner Hope since 2010. Youth often come to the program from unstable family backgrounds, environments of addiction, abuse and neglect, which have impaired their life skill development.  Participants aged 13 – 18 are matched with adult mentors to work on life skills and goals in the context of a meaningful relationship.
 
The program operates in 4-month sessions that follow the school year: January - April, May - August, and September - December. Youth meet with their mentor a few times a month, attend monthly life skill workshops, measure their progress, and set goals that they will work on for the session. ​

 Qualifications 
 Mentoring is best suited for someone who:
  • is at least 20 years old
  • has experience working with youth, particularly youth at-risk, or is willing to learn
  • enjoys one-on-one, purposeful time with others
  • is comfortable taking initiative and providing accountability
  • is flexible and committed in challenges that may arise
  • can adhere to Inner Hope’s Statement of Faith and Code of Ethics

Primary Duties
  • Be a role model, give encouragement, praise and accountability and be reliable in believing in your mentee.
  • Meet weekly with your mentee for 2 hours each week (or 4 hours every 2 weeks if needed) to both build relationship and help the youth you mentor with their small and big goal.
  • Attend one workshop each session with the youth that you mentor (happens on a Saturday afternoon) as well as the Christmas workshop (party) the second Saturday of December.
    - Facilitate goal-setting in the first month of each session (January, May, and September).
  • Track time spent with the youth you mentor as well as goal progress, and communicate it to the Boundless Coordinator through a monthly survey. 

screening
​Application form, 2 references, interview, criminal record check

time commitment
Must be willing and able to commit to one year of mentoring that includes:
  • spending 2 hours per week (or 4 hours every 2 weeks) with a youth
  • attending 1 workshop each session in addition to the Christmas workshop (4 in total)
  • attending the Fall and Spring volunteer workshops to gain knowledge and support

training
Our Volunteer Coordinator and Boundless Program Coordinator will give you a thorough overview of the youth you’re mentoring. We’re here to help you be successful and make the most of your time with Inner Hope.

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Most youth are from East Vancouver, and our community space is here too; so a lot of your time with them will .
  • As appropriate, it is encouraged to meet youth in your home. Other places include coffee shops, parks, libraries, etc.
  • Inner Hope’s “The House” is an option to meet in, e.g. practicing cooking/cleaning.

BENEFITS
  • Make a meaningful contribution to a young person’s life, instilling confidence and seeing them thrive beyond what they thought was possible.
  • Learn about Indigenous/inner city/youth culture and gain experience in the field of youth and social work.
  • Be part of a vibrant, energetic, Christ-focused community.
  • Receive diligent support and leadership from Inner Hope staff.
  • Reimbursement for meetups, social time, and goal-achievement expenses (like a youth’s first piece of ID and other exciting milestones).
  • Spiritual support and mentorship from Volunteer Coordinator.
  • Letters of reference can be provided after completing six or more months of mentorship.

SUPERVISION AND FEEDBACK
  • Boundless Mentors report directly to the Boundless Coordinator, who is in regular communication about how the mentoring is going.
  • Regular feedback from Boundless Coordinator
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