Nonprofit
Published 2 days ago
Volunteer Mentor
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Houston, TX
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
Time Commitment:
A few hours per week
Commitment Details:
1 -2 hours a week
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
15
Cause Areas:
Children & Youth, Education, Housing & Homelessness, Hunger, Food Security, Volunteering
Benefits:
Training Provided
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
15+
Other Requirements:
positive communication, role model, good listener, committed, reliable
Description
StandUp for Kids is looking for volunteers who are interested in making a lasting impact by supporting young people who may be facing homelessness, instability, family conflict, foster care involvement, or other difficult life challenges.
Mentors build supportive relationships through conversation, encouragement, life-skills guidance, and positive activities. Volunteers may help with goal setting, job readiness, education support, transportation to activities, community engagement, or simply being a reliable adult who listens without judgment.
No professional counseling experienced is required. Training, support and ongoing guidance are provided.
Location
On-site
Houston, TX, USA
