Volunteer Opportunity: Family Mentorship The IRC in Tucson

Office Collaboration Weekly emails to direct services staff for client recommendations Go through newly enrolled MG client list with employment specialists Life Skills Checklist

Life Skills Checklist Completed by case managers and employment specialists Used as a curriculum for family mentors

Volunteer Interview Make a note of talent, experience and interests Ex: likes working with kids, ESL teaching experience, gardening etc. Cultural sensitivity Motives Friendship vs. Mentorship Availability and commitment

Client Check-up With an interpreter, explain the role of a mentor and if they would like one. Check to see if volunteers’ availability matches with clients’ availability Commitment Set appointment with client

One-on-one Training Correspondence form Life skills checklist Boundaries and ethics scenario Family Mentor Guidebook Family Mentor Resource Guide

First Meeting Volunteer Coordinator confirms with client and family mentor the day before first meeting Family mentor calls client the day before the meeting and before the appointment Meeting at the client’s apartment with Volunteer Coordinator or intern Establish regular meeting days Follow-up after first independent meeting

Weekly Follow-up Weekly follow-ups with direct services staff: Out-migrating Moving to a new apartment Up-coming interviews Jobs secured Weekly check-in with mentors New community resources Best practices from other mentors Client updates Feedback from clients