Volunteering Opportunity: VO100287

• Peer Mentor (Fife)
  with Why Not? Trust.

  Created/last updated: 14/05/2024

  
  

  About this opportunity:	Peer Mentoring is an opportunity for parents with experience or knowledge of care to connect with each other  •  Our volunteer Peer Mentors provide support, guidance, and encouragement to expectant or new parents, becoming part of their '˜Village'  •  Mentors will engage with and empower mentees, drawing from their own life experiences  •  Benefits include: Become part of a supportive, non-judgemental community Meetings that fit your schedule - online or in person Receive accredited training from the Scottish Mentoring Network Get paid for your travel expenses Improve your own confidence as well as your mentees Develop your communication skills Build a trusting relationship with a fellow parent Receive your own mentor welcome pack
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	18
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	Introduction to Mentoring Training Introduction to Mentoring Follow up online modules Mentor Handbook Mentor Resource Pack Peer Mentor Lead regular check in
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - If meeting in person, travel expenses will be covered.
  Experience required:	Parents with experience of or some knowledge of care.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	No restrictions were specified.
  Application process:	Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details	Online or in person
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.