Mentor Befriender
Young Lives Foundation
Mentors and Befrienders needed to provide face-to-face support to disadvantaged young people
To provide consistent, positive support to young people aged 8–25, helping them to build confidence, develop life skills, and engage in positive activities. As a Mentor/Befriender, you will be a trusted role model — listening without judgment, encouraging personal growth, and helping young people feel valued and connected. Key Responsibilities Build a supportive, respectful, and trusting relationship with your matched young person. Offer a listening ear and friendly conversation, providing encouragement and motivation.
Advice, Information & Support,Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Caring,Community Work,Counselling,Youth Work,Support Work
Reasoning, Counselling, Talking To Others, Listening, Teamwork
Young people tell us they want to receive support from "non-professionals", people who are able to listen, understand, and be there for them because they want to help, not because they are paid to help.
Training, new skills, new friendships, and tremendous self worth when seeing the progress your young person is making. All expenses covered.
Befriending support to a young person in care is from one visit per month, for 2-3 hours. Mentoring support for a young person struggling with life issues is from 1-2 hours per week.
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Maidstone, Gravesend, Sittingbourne, Sheerness, Margate and Medway
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