Study Buddy Mentor Sisters of BC Lower

Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland enables transformational mentoring relationships to inspire, ignite and unleash the power and potential of youth. Big Sisters core mentorship programs offer a safe space for self-identifying girls, non-binary, transgender and gender-diverse youth to work with caring mentors to realize their full potential. It takes just one stable, committed adult in a young person’s life to make a difference.

By matching youth with adult volunteers in quality one-to-one and group mentoring relationships, Big Sisters ensure girls and gender-diverse youth can access the support they need to thrive.

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Be that person in a kid’s corner.

Big Sisters of B.C. Lower Mainland is looking for caring volunteer mentors for our 1:1 Study Buddy program who will support girls and gender-diverse youth (aged 7-17) with an academic role model to improve their school performance and reach educational goals. Mentors meet with their mentee for 1 hour per week for at least six months at a mutually convenient location (such as a library) to work on schoolwork.

During these sessions, mentors provide academic support, help set and achieve educational goals, and encourage the importance of staying in school. Matches can continue year-round, including through the summer, allowing mentors and youth to build a stronger connection over time.

See more here:

• Causes
• Children
• Education
• Health
• Social Services
• Who you'll help
• Youth (13-18)
• Other Details
• Training is provided
• Appropriate For
• Individuals
• A person with a physical disability
• A person with an intellectual disability

• Required skills:
  
  Interpersonal Skills
• Beneficial skills:
  Counselling, Problem Solving
• Required languages:
  English
• Age(s):
  Adults (19-64)
• Gender: Female

• This is an ongoing position.
• Commitment:
  Long term

• This is an ongoing position.
• Commitment:
  Long term

As a mentor, you can expect to grow alongside your mentee and develop many positive personal attributes and professional skills, including:

• Communication
• Problem solving
• Cultural awareness
• Empathy
• Conflict Resolution
• Working well under pressure
• Quick decision making
• Gain experience working with youth

Mentoring is the thing that Study Buddy mentors often express brings meaning into their lives.

Watch A Day in the Life of a Big Sisters Mentor:

• Intentionally matching with a mentee based on shared interests, lived experiences, location and availability
• Mentor training
• 1:1 monthly check-ins and Mentoring Coordinator support throughout the duration of your mentoring relationship
• Ongoing opportunities to connect with other mentors and mentor matches, access community activities, events and opportunities, and attend workshops for further personal and professional growth

• Be 19 years or older and identify as a woman, non-binary, transgender, or gender-diverse individual
• Have been a Canadian resident for at least one year (or provide an International Criminal Records Check which includes a Vulnerable Sector Check)
• Submit a Driver’s Abstract if you plan to drive youth in your car
• Have an interest in building a positive relationship with youth aged 7–17

Big Sisters is accepting applications across the Lower Mainland, but we are in high need of volunteers who live or are willing to travel to:

• New Westminster
• Richmond
• Tri-cities
• White-Rock
• Delta

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Lower Mainland

Lower Mainland, Vancouver, BC Lower Mainland

Additionally, this volunteer opportunity is offered in the following communities:

• Surrey
• Tri-cities
• White Rock
• Vancouver
• Burnaby
• Richmond
• Delta

Questions about this position?

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