Youth In Care Mentor

Overview

Be a mentor in a specialized program for youth involved with Children Services and who may be living in alternate arrangements such as foster homes.

Location

Edmonton and area, Alberta

Opportunity Type

Ongoing – Start Anytime

Schedule

Immediately

About This Opportunity

The Youth in Care program is part of Big Brothers Big Sisters’ community‑based mentoring, working specifically with youth in government care. Volunteers share their time with a child through a variety of activities that reflect both parties’ interests. This program aims to create healthy, positive relationships for youth who have experienced many transitions throughout their lives.

Benefits

Mentoring a youth in care has the following impacts on the child:

• Becoming 80% more likely to finish high school
• Increased confidence, self‑esteem, and sense of hope
• Less likely to engage...