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Youth4Youth LtdPeer Mentor (Volunteer)
Youth4Youth Ltd is a UK charity that operates a peer-support network, connecting young people with peer mentors close to their own age to help them navigate…
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Youth4Youth Ltd is a UK charity that operates a peer-support network, connecting young people with peer mentors close to their own age to help them navigate daily challenges. All personnel and volunteers operate remotely while fostering a positive community culture. As a Peer Mentor, you will be at the forefront of youth services delivery by coaching and guiding individuals aged 16 to 25 who reach out for assistance. This volunteer…
Job Description
Youth4Youth Ltd is a UK charity that operates a peer-support network, connecting young people with peer mentors close to their own age to help them navigate daily challenges. All personnel and volunteers operate remotely while fostering a positive community culture.
As a Peer Mentor, you will be at the forefront of youth services delivery by coaching and guiding individuals aged 16 to 25 who reach out for assistance. This volunteer role is structured for individuals aged 16 through 25 who want to directly improve young people's wellbeing. Selected candidates must complete the Youth Services Academy training program before beginning client communications.
Volunteers collaborate with a diverse team to expand the charity's reach and enhance support provisions. Core duties involve building professional mentoring relationships, offering light guidance using charity resources, maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding standards, and participating in monthly supervision meetings.
Responsibilities
- Build professional relationships with young people seeking mentoring support
- Respond to participants within an agreed and reasonable time frame
- Provide light support, advice and guidance using charity resources
- Maintain professional boundaries and avoid support beyond your capability
- Attend monthly supervision sessions with a Youth4Youth supervisor for reflective practice
- Support colleagues across the charity who directly aid young people
- Comply with charity policies, confidentiality rules, and safeguarding protocols
- Participate in fundraising, outreach, and social media activities if comfortable
Requirements
- Age between 16 and 25 years old
- Commit to regular volunteering activity of at least 2 hours per week on average
- Communicate comfortably via written email and remote chat tools
- Successfully complete and graduate from the Youth Services Academy 10 to 13 hour training program
- Provide satisfactory references
- Obtain a satisfactory DBS check
Core Skills
Benefits
- Professional and personal skill development through real role experience
- Membership in a UK-wide network of peers and collaborators
- Access to bespoke discounts designed for non-profit workers and volunteers
- Opportunities to shape the future and impact of the charity
- Electronic certificate upon graduating from the Youth Services Academy
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this a remote role?
Yes, all volunteers and employees at Youth4Youth are remote workers.
What is the time commitment for this volunteer position?
Volunteers are required to commit to regular volunteering activity of at least 2 hours per week on average, alongside an upfront time investment of 10 to 13 hours for the Youth Services Academy training program.
Is any salary or pay provided?
The posting does not specify any salary, as this is a volunteer position.
What does the hiring process involve?
The process includes an initial application, a remote interview via Microsoft Teams, receiving satisfactory references and a DBS check, and successfully completing the Youth Services Academy.
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