Application

Change a Life!
Mentor God’s People
It is our mission to end generational cycles

Studies show that Youth, Adults, Incarcerated individuals and former incarcerated individuals who have a mentor are far more likely to re-gain their self-worth, strengthen their relationships with others and thrive more positively in society. Youth with mentors are far more likely to stay in school and attend college, form positive social attitudes and relationships, and are better equipped to deal with challenging life transitions. Adults, those in prison or those formerly incarcerated are better equipped to transition back into society and connect to many support services if they have a mentor. NOTHING will have more impact in their lives than positive relationships.

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A MENTOR?
• A sincere desire and ability to be a caring and consistent adult in a person's life
• Respect and honor an individual for who they are
• Have an open mind, a flexible personality and a desire for personal growth
• Have good listening skills and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Have the ability to have fun and share your interests and passions
• Help awaken a youth or adult to who they are intended to be and to use the gifts they have to offer the world
• Express care, challenge growth, provide support, share power and expand possibilities

WHAT IS REQUIRED of a Mentor?
1- Be at least 21 years old
2- Be able to make a year-long commitment of weekly visits with the mentoree
3- Attend an orientation training available once or twice a month

4- Complete a 6 hours training .

5- Conduct weekly follow-up visits with your mentee

6- CPR/AED/First Aid Certificate Online

7- Suicide Intervention Training

8- TEDDI Bear

9- Have Smartphone.

10. Background Check.

People with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply

HOW DOES TRANSFORMATION AND CHANGE MENTORING PROGRAM WORK?

After applying to be a mentor, you will go through a screening process which includes a background check, reference check and an interview. TFC will provide a comprehensive orientation and training before matching you with a mentoree.

Your mentoree will live in a neighborhood that is within comfortable traveling distance to you. As a mentor, you'll be part of a strong supportive team. Our staff will be available to answer your questions and provide guidance at any time

Next Training

July 24, 2021

Click on the blue link here for training Information flyer

Welcome to Crossing the Bridge Youth Mentee Application form.
Please fill out all information and you will be contact for training.

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First name
Last name
Address
City
State
Zip
Cellphone
Home Telephone
Email

Personal Information
Age
Marital Status
Number of Children
Tell us about any hobbies or special interests that you may have:
Education/ Experience
Employer
Current Occupation
Full or Part Time
Please describe yourself briefly and your motivation for joining this program.
Provide all addresses of place of residence as an adult:
How long have you resided in your current home?
What or who moved you to volunteer as mentor?
Other
References :3 Required
Please list the names addresses and daytime number of three (3) persons non family members who have know you for at least 5 years either personally or professionally.
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Ref 1 Relationship
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Please Provide Us With
Driver's License #
Birth Date Month/ Day/ Year

Are you conident that you can make a commitment to spend two hour pre week for least one year with a mentee on regularly scheduled basis?
I understand that I will be working with or in vicinity of minor children. I understand and hereby authorize any background checks to be performed from one or more private public sources and / or agencies to determine my suitability for this roles
I understand that all information disclosed by background checks shall be used soley for the purpose of volunteer screening and shall not be disclosed to other persons or institutions unless authorized bylaw
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