Choosing a course of study, preparing for a first job, or learning to manage new responsibilities can be easier with someone to turn to. Share your knowledge and encouragement with a young adult through St. James Institute.
Mentoring begins with listening and understanding a young person’s interests and goals. Depending on your experience and current needs, your contribution could include:
Help a young person understand a profession or trade, compare study options, and ask useful questions about their future.
Share practical advice on résumés, interviews, communication, teamwork, and the responsibilities of working life.
Offer encouragement as a young person sets goals, organizes their time, solves problems, and learns from experience.
The dignity, privacy, and well-being of the young people we serve come first. Expressing interest does not guarantee a role or placement. Participation involving young people is subject to review and applicable safeguarding requirements.
Mentoring begins with listening and understanding a young person’s interests and goals. Depending on your experience and current needs, your contribution could include:You do not need to have all the answers. We welcome people who listen patiently, share their experience honestly, and follow through on their commitments.
Mentors should respect each young person’s dignity, privacy, and ability to make their own decisions. They also need to work with our team and respect the Catholic mission of St. James Institute.
Share your background, the knowledge or skills you could offer, where you are based, and your general availability.
Together, we can discuss current needs and whether your experience could be useful. The format, frequency, and duration of any involvement are agreed before you begin.
Any mentoring role is subject to review and the preparation and safeguarding requirements that apply. Contact with young people is coordinated through St. James Institute.
Submitting an inquiry is an expression of interest and does not guarantee a placement.
You do not need to have everything figured out before contacting us. Tell us a little about yourself or your organization and how you hope to help. We can explore the possibilities together.Tell us a little about your experience and how you would like to contribute. We would be glad to explore the possibilities with you.