Mentor together: two adults, one group, big impact!

The Youth Group Mentoring Program is a space where young people, in partnership with supportive adults and with each other, build on their inherent strengths and capacity for leadership. Adult volunteers commit to being in relationship with a small group of young people in order to support their learning, exploration, and development. Mentors become part of these young people’s network of support as they pursue personal and collective goals and grow into active participants in civic and community life.

Mentor Role

Mentors will work in pairs with a small group of 3-5 young people between the ages of 12 and 18, with whom they will attend weekly programming. Exact programming dates are to be determined; however, mentors commit to a relationship with their group September–June.

Mentors work together to support young people in the following ways:

• Build an ongoing supportive relationship by participating in both small- and large-group activities with 3-5 young people in grades 7-12.
• Facilitate conversations and activities with their mentees.
• Manage group dynamics to ensure that each young person has opportunities for growth and connection in a safe and supportive environment.
• Act as guide, cheerleader, and sounding board during projects, empowering young people to take the lead in their own learning.
• Serve as a positive role model and friend.
• Recognize and focus on the unique strengths of each mentee.
• Attend bi-monthly outings.
• Provide transportation to field trips and group meetings.
• Take the lead on communicating with young people’s parents/guardians in order to coordinate schedules and logistics related to programming.

For more information, contact Simpson’s Mentoring Program at hsinnwell@simpsonhousing.org.