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Volunteer mentors have been the "heart" of Bridge Communities since its founding in 1988. Volunteer mentors provide the caring and encouragement necessary to foster the personal and economic growth that families need to achieve and sustain self-sufficiency.
Mentors operate as members of the Bridge Communities Program Partner team as well as members of the client family's service team. Mentors provide support and direction to homeless families in the Bridge Transitional Housing Program.
What Mentors Do: Participate in the initial Mentor Training sessions
and ongoing educational opportunities sponsored by Bridge Communities.
Collaborate with the Bridge Case Manager for ongoing
assessment of family needs and progress.
Provide hospitality and welcoming for client families
new to the Program.
Participate in the development of a Program Contract
and Housing Contract between Bridge Communities, the Program Partner
and the client family.
Participate in the development of an individualized
service plan that includes long and short term goals.
Visit weekly (or as needed) with the client family in
their home.
Provide skill development in budgeting assistance, savings
planning, and general money management.
Arrange assistance in applying for jobs, education/training
programs, and other community supports.
Provide companionship, listening, spiritual and emotional
support.
Contribute household maintenance tips.
Arrange parenting education or assistance.
Provide guidance and sponsorship in scouting, library,
park district, or other community-based recreational services.
Arrange the connection with Program Partner support
for furniture, child care, employment, transportation, home maintenance
needs, etc.
Report any unusual incidents to case manager.
Maintain strict confidentiality and dignity in service
delivery.
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