Spanish Speaking Family Mentors for Newcomers

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The need

Our Mentoring/Sponsoring Program assists in family resettlement by establishing a community safety net, providing regular visits, assisting in the citizenship process, and building trust, hope, resilience, and empowerment. Ultimately, newcomers give back to their community and make the country stronger. We have impacted hundreds of families, and currently provide comprehensive mentoring to more than 15 families and growing! In pursuit of this, we are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers to support our Mentoring/Sponsoring Program.

Our Mentors are compassionate people, nurturing by nature, and professional listeners. They frequently offer cultural counseling, education, tutoring, companionship, and a host of other friendly services.

Some examples of what mentors do

• Be a part of a team that mentors a newcomer family.
• Meet with the family once a week or once a month.
• Tutor English through regular conversation.
• Introduce and guide family members through new settings, systems, and cultural norms.
• Coordinate donated food, clothing, and household items as needed.
• Identify and request assistance in other areas such as education, social services, and community needs.
• Nurture and support the newcomer's experiences, and share skills that might benefit the family.
• Tailor your approach to each family’s dynamics and mitigate challenges.
• Become the newcomer family’s "favorites" on their phones!

What you need

• Adaptability/flexibility.
• Proven ability to remain calm under pressure.
• An open mind, a global world view, a strong sense of humor, and a love for Charades!
• Experiences and competencies in areas such as social work, counseling, and teaching are a plus, but not required.

Volunteer details

• Mentors give between 1 to 10 hours a week and commit to 6+ months.

Benefits to You?

This is an unpaid, volunteer position. Benefits include:

• Partner and train with experienced Mentor volunteers to develop the skills needed to make a difference in the lives of newcomer families.
• Embrace and grow their passion for purpose, peace, and inclusion.
• See families gain a sense of belonging and flourish by their guidance.

How to apply

If you are looking to make a meaningful difference in the community, the state, the country, the world, then reach out to us today!

Please include the following information when you apply:

• A statement telling us why you want to be a Mentor volunteer for a newcomer family.
• A snapshot of your relevant skills and abilities.
• A list of all languages spoken.