Volunteer Opportunity Details:

The KH2GO Mentoring Program is dedicated to serving youth in our community who are in need of support and guidance through one-on-one mentoring. The KH2GO program matches referred youth with adult volunteer mentors who offer guidance and support in growing socially, emotionally, and academically. The goal of the program is to match mentors with a mentee participating in the KnowHow2Go (College readiness) program or the Teen Employment Center. This is intended to supplement these programs by giving the mentee one-on-one support as they explore career and college (or post secondary educational) paths!

The mentors are expected to make a one year commitment, which involves a 1 to 4 hour commitment every week. These mentors can provide friendship, support, and guidance to the youth with whom they are paired. Mentors and mentees will meet inside the Boys & Girls Club of Burlington and on their own throughout the community. Matches will participate in activities that can be mutually enjoyed and will be a positive experience for both individuals. While this program’s long-term goal is to encourage Club members to explore education and career options, this can be achieved in many different ways, all of which begin with building a relationship with a caring adult.

The mentor will need to go through an interview process, extensive training and background checks. Mentor volunteers must be 21 years or older and must be able to make a full year commitment.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Boys & Girls Club of Burlington

We need volunteers who are free at these times Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Morning Afternoon X X X X X X X Evening X X X X X X X Weekly This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Individual Adults (55+) Volunteers will work with the following groups Adolescents (13-17) Students Families / Parents Young Adults (18-25) Low-income / Poverty This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Job Skill Training Education & Technology Children & Youth Family Support Civic & Community Mentoring Services Community Development Poverty We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Advocacy Mentoring Companionship

Contact Person: Marnie Long, Volunteer Coordinator, (802) 864-5263, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

62 Oak St. Burlington, VT 05401 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.bandgclub.org

Miscellaneous Information

The volunteer is supervised by
	Program Staff while in the Club
Does the volunteer supervise others?
	No
Number of volunteers needed:
	need as many as possible
Minimum number of hours required (specify per day, week, month, project)
	1
The minimum age for a volunteer is
	21
What is the minimum age for youth or youth group volunteers with an adult?
	must be 21 years of age
Is parking available?
	no
Is there a cost for parking?
	no
Does the agency reimbuse volunteers for parking?
	no
Does the agency provide meals for volunteers?
	No
Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities?
	Yes
Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service?
	No
What screening procedures are required?
	Application, Interview (phone or in-person), References, Background Check (VCIC, DAD, SRS, FBI), Auto Insurance Verification, Driver's License Verification, Other (please complete question 9A), Confidentiality Statement
Additional screening procedures required
	Volunteer must go through the mentor training session.
Is this opportunity appropriate for a home-bound volunteer?
	No
Is a supervisor readily available to answer volunteers questions?
	Yes
The volunteer work takes place in this county:
	Chittenden County

Last updated on March 24, 2009