Covenant House Alaska - Mentor Program

Mentorship Opportunities
Would you like to provide guidance and act as a positive role model for a youth aged 18 – 20 who is making the journey to self-sufficiency and independence? If so, please consider getting involved in Covenant House Alaska’s (CHA) mentorship program.

Through the mentorship program, we make an effort to match each of the residents in our Transitional Living Programs with an adult mentor, who works one-on-one with them to develop the skills they need to live independently. In addition, mentors provide guidance and a connection with a caring, reliable adult.

As a mentor, you would make a commitment to:

Spend time with your youth match at least twice a month.
Maintain weekly phone contact with your youth match.
Attend a monthly, one-hour mentor roundtable meeting.
Participate in a monthly group activity.

For more information, contact CHA’s Volunteer Services Coordinator at (907) 339-4248 or by e-mail.

Mentor Qualifications
To be a mentor at CHA, you must:

Enjoy youth.
Have patience.
Have been an Alaska resident for at least three years.
Make a one-year commitment to the mentorship program.
Have the ability to maintain clear boundaries with youth.
Have the ability to work well with CHA staff.

To get started, download and complete our mentor application. For more information, contact CHA’s Volunteer Services Coordinator at (907) 339-4248 or by e-mail.