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Volunteer Mentors Needed for Teen Parents

Hybrid, Volunteer must be in Maryland, US
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  • Details

    Start Date:
    October 8, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
    End Date:
    December 16, 2027, 6:00 PM EST
    Available Times:
    Weekdays daytime, evenings, Weekends daytime, evenings
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Meet weekly for 1 hour with assigned mentee either in person or virtually for 12 - 18 months.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Education, Family, Religion & Spirituality, Women
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    25+
    Other Requirements:
    Must pass background check and have a valid driver's license and insurance (to transport teens); orientation and mentorship training is required.

    Description

    Volunteer Mentors Needed for Teen Parents

    Loving Young Parents, Inc. is recruiting Mentors who can volunteer for 1 - 2 hours each week to walk alongside young parents for 12–18 months. Our volunteer mentors are caring adults who offer teen parents encouragement, accountability, practical support, and the unconditional love of Christ in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

    Our Mission

    To lovingly provide holistic support to young parents, ages 13-22, to help them live well and parent well.

    Our Vision

    To see every young parent and child experience lasting transformation and thrive in every area of life.

    Volunteer Mentor Responsibilities

    • Meet weekly (for 1 hour) with assigned mentee(s) (in person or virtually).
    • Build caring, consistent relationships.
    • Encourage progress toward each mentee’s Loving Care Plan goals.
    • Model healthy relationship, and parenting skills.
    • Attend bi-monthly small groups and activities.
    • Participate in quarterly trainings.
    • Maintain confidentiality and follow child safety policies.

    Qualifications

    • Personal Christian faith is consistent with our statement of faith.
    • Must be compassionate, dependable, emotionally mature, and respectful.
    • Maintain healthy boundaries and a desire to invest in young parents.

    Requirements

    • Age 25+
    • 12–18-month commitment
    • Complete in-person mentor training
    • Pass a criminal background check
    • Sign required volunteer agreements and policies

    This is an unpaid volunteer position.

    Click HERE to apply today.

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in Maryland, US
    Associated Location
    Baltimore, MD, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    The process for all potential mentors begins with completing our volunteer application by clicking HERE.

    Once the application is submitted, an interview will be conducted. If the interview goes well, references will be checked and a background screening will be completed. Once the background check is cleared, the volunteer mentor will receive mentorship training (held in person and virtually) before being paired with a young parent.

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