Junior Mentor Qualifications:

• • Must have been a program participant for at least 2 years
  • Must be 18 years of age
  • Must have completed the Ore to Shore bike race
  • Must show a willingness to help at STC practices and events
    • For example, volunteering at races, or helping set up equipment at practices each week.
  • Must demonstrate leadership qualities by acting in a mature manner, helping newcomers, and offering encouragement to other team members
  • Be willing to adhere to all program policies and procedures
  • Be dependable and consistent in meeting the time commitments
  • Attend mentor training sessions as prescribed
  • Be willing to communicate regularly with program staff, submit activity information, and take constructive feedback regarding mentoring activities
  • No use of illicit drugs
  • No use of alcohol or controlled substances in an inappropriate manner

• Must complete 1 year of Junior Mentor Training Program (can start training when they are 17)

 

Junior Mentor Role

• Serve as a positive role model and friend
• Build the relationship by committing to weekly program activities
• Strive for mutual respect 
• Build self-esteem and motivation
• Help set goals and work toward accomplishing them
• Ensure personal and emotional safety 
• Teach biking and bike maintenance skills

 

Time Commitment

• Make a commitment for a program season 
• Communicate with the mentees weekly
• Attend an initial training session and additional training sessions if applicable during each year of participation in the program
• Attend optional mentor/mentee group events, mentor support groups, and program recognition events

 

Desirable Qualities

• Willing listener
• Encouraging and supportive
• Patient and flexible
• Tolerant and respectful of individual differences

 

Benefits

• Building personal fulfillment through contribution to the community and individuals
• Satisfaction in helping someone mature, progress, and achieve goals
• Personal ongoing support, supervision to help create a successful mentorship
• Mentee/mentor group activities, participant recognition events