Volunteer Youth Mentor Volunteer

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. Responsibilities: - Engage in fun and meaningful one-on-one mentoring sessions, group activities, and workshops designed to ignite personal growth and development in our amazing young people. - Become a beacon of positivity and inspiration as you serve as a role model to our incredible youth. - Foster genuine connections and provide unwavering support, encouragement, and valuable feedback to help our young people thrive. - Collaborate with our dedicated staff and fellow volunteers to celebrate successes and overcome challenges together, creating a tight-knit community that's as uplifting as it is impactful. Training and Supervision: You will receive dedicated supervision from our specialist consultancy team, ensuring you have the support and guidance needed to excel in your role. Our team embodies an informal yet professional approach, fostering an environment where you can thrive. In addition to supervision, we are committed to your ongoing development. You will have access to external training opportunities to enhance and refine your skills, empowering you to make an even greater impact as a Youth Mentor.   Perks: 1. Personalised support and training from a diverse team of consultants across various disciplines. 2. Monthly group volunteer lunch socials in stunning settings, like Chiswick House & Gardens, where you'll build social and professional connections. 3. Work as part of a friendly, welcoming team. 4. All lunch and travel expenses covered by us. 5. Access to high-quality external training opportunities to enhance your skills. 6. References that showcase your incredible contributions to our mission.  

What are we looking for?

What We're Looking For: -  Skills and experience of working with young people.  - Fantastic communication skills and an ability to build meaningful relationships. - Organisers who can keep things running smoothly.   Qualities We Value: - Encouraging and supportive nature, ready to lift others up and champion their success. - Patience and flexibility. - Respect and understanding for individual 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.