Mentors required for after-school program

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba (IRCOM) is looking for positive role models to act as mentors to youth participating in our after-school programming. The successful youth mentors will work with newcomer youth (12 – 18 years old) and provide them with educational and social support. The role will be assisting youth with homework two times per week as part of IRCOM's after-school homework club. Mentors will also be required to plan and participate in a social activity with their mentee(s) once or twice a month. To apply for this volunteer position you must: • Be over 18 years old. • Speak English or French • Possess a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent. • Be committed to developing and sustaining a positive relationship with a youth mentee for a minimum of 6 months and willing to sign a contract to this effect. • Able to actively provide a newcomer youth with support related to school, career choices and advice on how to live successfully. • Additional languages are considered an asset Mentors will be given a $100 honorarium every month for their participation in the program. If you are interested in this opportunity please send a copy of your resume and a brief cover letter to Erin Anderson, IRCOM’s Volunteer Coordinator, at erina@ircom.ca. If you have any questions or would like more information please call Erin at 943-8765, extensions 23. Thanks! Erin Anderson Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba 204.943.8765 ext. 23 erina@ircom.ca