BECOME A PEER MENTOR!

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of youth with developmental disabilities? Gain leadership, mentorship, and facilitation experience while strengthening your resume!

About the Opportunity:

• LEAP (Leading Employment & Achieving Possibilities) is a summer program for youth (ages 16-19) to explore work opportunities and build employment skills.
• Role of Peer Mentors: Teach life skills and facilitate workshops on employment related topics including using public transit, money management, and exploring employment interests.

Benefits:

• Peer mentor training with a focus on disabilities and diversity
• Volunteer hours for post-secondary programs
• Reference letter
• Potential for future paid employment with Kyndred Community Living Society
• Excellent experiential learning for careers in social work, special education, and community development
• Honorarium for participation

Volunteer Requirements:

• Empathetic, willing to serve as a role model, guide, and motivator
• Available for up to 8 hours every two weeks from end of June to August
• Reliable transportation in the Delta and Surrey area
• Experience with developmental disabilities is an asset but not required

About the program:

LEAP is part of the IMPACT 2.0 Youth Employment Research Project aimed at improving employment outcomes for youth with developmental disabilities or autism.

Who is Kyndred?
Kyndred Community Living Society is a non-profit organization committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities. We were previously known as Delta Community Living Society.

Ready to Apply? Contact Us!

You can access the application form on our website (https://www.kyndredsociety.ca/servicepage/employment/leap--bounce)

For more information, contact