Volunteer Mentor
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| Organization Name: | Winnipeg Child and Family Services (WCFS) |
| Address: | 222 Provencher Blvd. Winnipeg MB R2H 0G5 |
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| Organizational Description: | Serves as a community branch mandated under provincial legislation to support and strengthen families, and work together with communities for the protection and care of children and the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Volunteer Connections welcomes community members who wish to enhance Branch services by filling volunteer roles such as Mentors, Drivers, Tutors, Knitters, and Special Event Volunteers. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 116 |
| Description of Duties: | - Be a positive role model |
| Skills Required: | - Over the age of 18 - Ability to communicate written and verbally - Understanding of potential client issues and have a non-judgmental approach - Good rapport and creativity with children/youth - Mature judgment, thoughtful problem-solving, patience and flexibility - Ensure child's/youth's safety at all times - Team player with WCFS staff and client family |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | - Possible career development, references |
| Age: | 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Evening , Weekend Generally one visit per week (minimum 2-4 hours) for a six-month renewable term. |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? Yes |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? Yes |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | General Populace |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Certificate of recognition Evaluation Supervision Training/Orientation - Mileage costs covered @ provincial rate |
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| Closing Date: | Mar 5, 2027 |
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