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| Contact | Sarah Ludberg, Site-Based Mentoring Program Coordinator, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara Falls; Phone: 905-357-5454 x 225 905-357-5454 ext 225; Fax: 905-357-3759; Email: sarah.ludberg@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca | |||
| More Info Link | www.niagarafallsmentors.org | |||
| Duties | Facilitate (with a Co-mentor) 8-10 sessions to teach young boys about Healthy Eating, Active Living, Wise Decision Making, and Developing a Positive Self-Esteem. The program typically runs after school, lasting about two hours, with 8-12 boys in each group. The program is designed to be FUN and interactive through games, discussions and snack time. You can check out this short video for more information about the mentor role http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6Ec-H3pk6M&feature=BFa&list=UUWGY2uzEzSVjXt5m5xndBOQ | |||
| Benefits | The youth learn about healthy eating, active living, decision making, and self-esteem. | |||
| Clients | Boys in grades 6-8 | |||
| Dates and Times | Monday: Afternoon Tuesday: Afternoon Wednesday: Afternoon Thursday: Afternoon Volunteer must be available one day per week (out of Monday to Thursday) for 8-10 consecutive weeks. Programs typically run after school, approximately 2:30-4:30pm or 3:00-5:00pm- although lunch-time programs may also be offered | |||
| Seasons | The program runs three times per year: Fall Session (September - December) Winter Session (January - March) Spring Session (April - June) | |||
| Location | various schools in Niagara Falls, Ontario | |||
| Accessibility | Please contact the agency if you have specific questions regarding accessibility | |||
| Minimum Age | 18 year(s) and up | |||
| Minimum Hours | 3 / Week | |||
| Commitment Length | Minimum of one program (approximately 10 weeks) | |||
| Training | Game On! Mentor training day, Child Safety Training Program, on-going support meetings with a professional Caseworker/supervisor. | |||
| Transportation | Volunteer is responsible for own transportation to/from assigned school | |||
| Interaction Level | Group-based program (2 mentors to approximately 8-12 boys) | |||
| Start Date | On or after 16 Sep 2012 | |||
| Cost | There is no cost for the boys/families. All necessary program materials are provided to the Mentors by Niagara Falls Big Brothers Big Sisters | |||
| Police Check | Required | |||
| Categories | Friend ; Games ; General Help (Food & Drink) ; General Help (Health) ; General Help (Recreation & Sports) ; Mentor ; Recreation/Leisure Activities | |||
| Skills/Experience | No previous experience required. Mentors must be positive, supportive and reliable role-models for male youth. | |||
| Additional Requirements | Interview and references. Please call or email the agency for application information. | |||
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| Organization Name | Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara Falls | |||
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| Mailing Address | c/o Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara Falls | |||
| Office Phone | 905-357-5454 | |||
| Fax | 905-357-3759 | |||
| volunteers@niagarafallsmentors.org | ||||
| Website | www.niagarafallsmentors.org | |||
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