2S/LGBTQIA+ Community Based Mentor: PRISM
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Oxford County, Ontario
2+ Hours/Week
Volunteer Job Description
The PRISM (Pride, Respect, Identity, Safety, Mentoring) program is designed to create meaningful connections for 2S/LGBTQIA+ identifying youth in Oxford County.
PRISM offers:
One-to-one mentoring – Youth are matched with a caring adult who has lived the 2S/LGBTQIA+ experience. Together, they meet once a week for 2+ hours to build a safe, supportive relationship through fun activities in the community.
Group connections – Youth on the waitlist can join group activities with peers who share similar lived experiences, fostering belonging and community.
Mentors provide a safe space for youth to explore their identity, build confidence, and connect with the local 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.
Experience Required
Requirements:
Minimum one-year commitment
Weekly outings (2+ hours each)
Must be 18+.
Identify as part of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community or as an ally to the community.
Able to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
Complete volunteer interview, intake, and pre-match training.
BBBS Oxford provides pre-match training and ongoing support from experienced caseworkers to ensure a safe and empowering experience for both mentors and youth.
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If you need assistance with resume writing or access to computers/internet, please connect with our Community Employment Services (CES) Oxford, at 40 Metcalf Street, in Woodstock, or by phone at +1 888-439-8161. These services are free as CES Oxford is an Employment Ontario Service Provider, a non-profit agency providing free service to job seekers and local employers through Employment Ontario provincially funded programs. Offering employment and training programs in our community since 1994, CES Oxford’s mission is to create opportunities, via programs and support, for the empowerment of individuals.
This Employment Ontario service is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.