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Tax I.D. 20-4151057
Christy Obie~Barrett
Executive Director
880 Beltline Road
Springfield, OR 97477
fax 541-343-2866

OUR MISSION:
To find loving, permanent families for every waiting foster child.

Mentor Job Description


POSITION:
Heart Gallery Mentor

RESPONSIBLE TO:
Heart Gallery Mentor Program Director

Lisa Long
880 Beltline Road
Springfield, OR 97477
Lisa@afamilyforeverychild.org
office-541-343-2856
Cell 541-510-9815

TERM:
At least 1 year commitment

POSITION FUNCTION:
The primary function of a mentor is to commit to mentor a foster youth in maintaining our mission statement and plans of the Heart Gallery Mentor Program. To remain a mentor for at least one year in the effort to build resiliency, life skills and self confidence that will assist the youth while he/she transistions into adulthood / independent living. To create avenuess of positive and creative fun through adventures that show a life of excitement without the negative influences.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the vision, mission and goals of the Heart Gallery Mentor Program.

Attend trainings.

Observe all Heart Gallery Mentor Program policies and procedures.

Track monthly volunteer activities and report to the Heart Gallery Mentor Program Director in a timely manner.

Time required: At least 10 hours a month for 12 months.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Have an interest in being a friend and role model to youth in foster care.
Willingness to commit to the time needed
Complete the application process and orientation
Complete a background check.

SUPPORT AND TRAINING:
Volunteer training and support by A Family For Every Child staff, DHS and community resources
Support, as available, to attend community training

BENEFITS:
Expenses incurred as a volunteer are tax deductible
Develop interpersonal skills
Develop skills and references that may be transferrable to paid positions
The treasure of seeing a youth that is successful because of you