Mentor

Volunteer Mentor - Virtual

GDS is a nonprofit organization that runs a unique multifaceted program for children teens and families. GDS is looking for volunteer mentors and youth workers.

Growth and Development Services is very proud of its broad base of volunteers. Our volunteers are a unique group of caring individuals. Volunteers receive extensive training and support. GDS' volunteers are culturally and professionally diverse, sharing a common goal to "Help Young People Reach Their Potential".

Agency Description: Please visit www.excelgds.org to learn more about the GDS program and watch our brief video on our home page.

Qualifications: Pursuing a career in being a youth worker, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology, or other related studies.

Supervision: Gary Altheim, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Director of Programs

Responsibilities:

• attend mentorship training
• mentor a youth
• help the mentee solve his or her own problem, rather than give direction;
• Receive virtual training as a counselor/youth worker
• Help plan and lead therapeutic, educational, and recreational activities during virtual group activities
• Collaborate with community agencies
• Work with a licensed psychologist
• Evaluate anecdotal, empirical, and psychological program outcome tools
• Help develop program outcome measuring tools