ADULT MINIMUM VOLUNTEER ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Be at least 19 years of age (18 if attending college where a BBBS program is in place)
Be a resident of Berks County or attending school in Berks County
Be gainfully employed or self-sufficient; or a full time student in Berks County
Have access to a car, possess a valid driver's license, a good driving history, and proof of car insurance
Be willing to complete the BBBS application/training process in its entirety
Be willing to make a 1 year commitment to the agency
Be willing to commit to: The "One-To-One" mentoring program (about 8 - 10 hours a month); The "S.M.A.R.T." mentoring program (about 4-5 hours a month) or; COUL Program (Club of Unmatched Littles- 6 activities per year)
Be willing to attend any support/training workshops or meetings required by BBBS
Be willing to co-operate with the agency in the supervision/monitoring process of the mentoring match relationship
Exceptions can be made at the discretion of the Casework Manager with approval from the agency Executive Director.
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MINIMUM YOUTH ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Youth must be 8 - 15 years of age
Youth must be a resident of Berks County
Youth must live in a single-parent household
Parent & Youth must be willing to complete the BBBS application process in its entirety
Parent & Youth must be willing to attend any support/training workshops or meetings required by BBBS
Parent & Youth must be willing to cooperate with the agency in the supervision/monitoring process of the mentoring match relationship
Youth must have a desire to be matched with a BB or BS and to sustain that mentoring match relationship for at least one year
Youth must lack a supportive & nurturing relationship with the absent parent or significant members of the client's extended family
Youth must be capable of deriving some benefit from the services of the BBBS
Exceptions can be made at the discretion of the Casework Manager with approval from the agency Executive Director.
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