Brainworx Virtual Coach & Mentor
(Start2Finish)
Opportunity Details: Brainworx Virtual Coach & Mentor
| Contact | Anna Giesbrecht, Virtual Programs Manager, Start2Finish Canada; Phone: 647-241-6410; Email: anna.giesbrecht@start2finishonline.org |
| Duties | Being a S2F volunteer is one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling things you’ll ever do. Shape Canadian children's futures for the better by being a friend and a teammate. And the best part is, it’s actually a lot of fun. Volunteer and use your skills to help break the cycle of child poverty! Details: - Jan to May - 30-40 minute sessions 2x/week (Tues/Wed/Thurs) - flexible timing, between 3:30-6:30pm EST - 10-12 participants and 2-3 volunteer coaches per group - Sessions include fitness, literacy & mentoring activities, with emphasis on building character strengths - An easy-to-use virtual platform to facilitate programming If you are interested, please apply on our volunteer portal: https://timecounts.app/start2finish/applications/be25fdc6-0bcf-499d-985c-39ad7ab41575 Please note while this is a virtual opportunity, volunteers must be located in Canada. |
| More Info Link | https://timecounts.app/start2finish/applications/be25fdc6-0bcf-499d-985c-39ad7ab41575 |
| Benefits | Why volunteer? - Use your talents: Bring your skills in leading, team building, organizing, planning, etc as part of a team, and develop new ones. - Improve wellbeing: A great way to benefit your own mental and physical wellbeing in a fun environment! - Network: Meet other like-minded people from all different walks of life. Work together and learn from each other. - Make a difference: Most importantly, make a lasting impact by supporting young students for a better future. |
| Clients | Elementary aged children |
| Ages | 15 year(s) - 80 year(s) |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | Yes |
| Areas of Interest | Education Support (Elementary / Secondary) ; Games ; Physical Fitness & Exercise ; Reading / Literacy ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Sports & Coaching ; Team Work ; Working with Children |
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; approximately 5 months; Jan. - May |
| Interaction Level | Small Group ; Virtual Volunteering |
| Minimum Hours | 1.5 / Week |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible - Online |
| Number of Positions | Simcoe County 12 individual(s) needed in total. Volunteers can be located anywhere |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided |
| Police Check | Required |
| Start Date | On or after 13 Jan 2025 |