26-27 Utah Conservation Corps Senior Crew Leader
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The Utah Conservation Corps (UCC) is an AmeriCorps program dedicated to developing the conservation leaders of tomorrow. We engage in projects throughout the state and region that address goals relating to environmental conservation, leadership, and education while providing hands-on training and skills to members as we help build the next generation of America¿s workforce.
About UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY
4-H Mentoring of Utah County is a program which began in 2001 and is designed for youth, ages 9-15, and their families. Youth are matched with one-to-one with young adult mentors, who establish caring relationships with identified youth. All mentors are screened before being matched (interview, reference and background check). This program allows youth to develop their interpersonal and academic skills by participating in structured recreation, community service, and community youth groups.Mentors will:Be a mentor to a child in Utah CountyBe a guide, advocate, friend and role modelHelp your mentee feel a sense of belonging, develop independence, understand the importance of generosity, and master new skillsIntroduce your mentee to new and different environmentsMeet and socialize monthly with the other mentors at the monthly provided activity for you and your menteeGive an hour of time each week for one full yearMake a year commitment to mentor a youthMeet 4 times per month (usually once each week) with the youth you mentorWhat youth need most is a caring adult who peacefully resolves conflicts and communicates in a healthy way. They need someone to trust and who trusts them.
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