| About the Position | |
| Position # | 3916 |
| Organization | Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria |
| Position | B You Summer Camp Volunteers Needed - B You - Big Brothers Big Sisters |
| Impact Statement |
At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria, we believe in the power and values of Mentoring. As Canada’s leading child and youth mentoring charity, Big Brothers Big Sisters facilitates life-changing relationships that inspire and empower children and youth to reach their potential, both as individuals and citizens. |
| Description |
B You: Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds is an inclusive group mentoring program for female-identifying and gender-diverse youth, ages 9 to 15. Summer Camp groups will meet once per day for one week throughout the summer. Each day, sessions are 3 hours long. Our trained mentors guide youth through activities, games, and discussions which focus on physical and mental wellbeing, practicing self-compassion, and building healthy relationships. Groups will occur for the following dates: July 15-16 July 22-26 August 12-16 August 19-23 July groups will be held in Langford and August groups will be in Victoria/Jubilee area. |
| Training Details | B You facilitators are required to attend a two-hour orientation training session (multiple dates available) as well as complete B You facilitator training and an orientation session. Facilitator training is usually held over several hours leading up to the program start dates. |
| Working Conditions | The B You summer camp will be held in person at select locations. Mentors will be required to follow all COVID-19 protocols and health and safety procedures. |
| Minimum Duration | 3 months or less |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime |
| Time Detail | Groups will run daily from 9am-12pm, and from 1pm-4pm for one week at a time. |
| Age | 16+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Area(s) of Interest | Children/Youth, Counselling/Conflict, Recreation/Sports |
| Skill(s) | Facilitation and Training, Plan & Co-ordinate, Manage Meetings & Groups, Sensitivity |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://bbbsvictoria.com |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Talia Papa |
| Phone | 250-475-1117 Ext. 40 |
| Address | 230 Bay Street Victoria, V9A 3K5 |