Mentoring Adult Clients in our Minneapolis Campuses

HONORING GOD, EACH OTHER, AND OURSELVES.

"Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor."  
Romans 12:10

FOSTER. INTEGRATE. EXEMPLIFY.

Mission: To nurture and encourage our clients by providing mature Christian mentors to foster spiritual growth, the integration of faith and life, and exemplify MnTC's Core Values. 

Purpose: Our mentoring program exists to empower mature men and women from the Christian community to join with MnTC in fostering the spiritual growth of our clients. By building on the foundation our clients receive at MnTC, Mentors help them to integrate their Christian faith into everyday life. In doing so, it is our expectation that Mentors will exemplify MnTC's Core Values: Compassion, Honor, Respect, Integrity, Servanthood, and Trust. 

The Mentor Program is  voluntary, open to all MnTC clients who participate in our 13-month Long Term Program. If they choose to participate, each client is paired with a Cornerstone Mentor that best matches their needs. Once matched, Mentors are able to meet with a client one-on-one, two times a month on Saturdays or weeknights for outside activities. Activities include: lunch, coffee, walks, shopping, special projects, etc.

Mentors make an immensely positive impact on MnTC clients. Most clients feel that the personal relationship they develop with their mentor is instrumental in building upon the work God has begun in their life. With Christ as the cornerstone, our Mentors and clients work together to build a life of continued sobriety and spiritual growth throughout and after the Long-Term Program.

• If you have sought treatment for chemical addiction, we require a minimum of two (2) years of sobriety
• Mentors must be at least 25 years of age (although our most successful mentors are much older)

ROLES OF A MENTOR

• Pray for our client and for the time you spend together.
• Be present and accessible. Focus on showing the client what Christ looks like in your life.
• Realize that the client may have questions. During those moments, facilitate discussions centered on Biblical principles that impart wisdom and knowledge.
• Challenge the client to do what is right without being judgmental or overly critical. Keep in mind that growth is directed by God, not you. 
• Recognize the client when he/she has made positive progress in his/her life and recovery.
• Assist the client in navigating through times of difficulty and crisis. Help him/her understand God's ways and purpose.

YOUR COMMITMENT

• Two times a month; Saturdays or weeknights
• Continue client relationship for 3 to 6 months after client completes program (a year-long commitment)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A Brief 90-second video of a mentor and mentee sharing their experience

           Link to video: https://vimeo.com/mnadultandteenchallenge/mentorexperiences

ATTEND VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION TRAINING

We will ask you to attend an in-person training to meet our staff and review program policies and procedures. 

Additional Articles to help you understand more about Mentoring

         Frequently Asked Questions

         Mentor Guidelines

MENTOR APPLICATION

By clicking the box below you will be able to complete an application to get the process started. It only takes a few minutes and there is no commitment in applying. You’ll find that it is a process that allows you and us to see if mentoring is a good fit for you.

For more information on becoming a Mentor at Mn Adult & Teen Challenge, please contact our Mentor Program Manager at 612.238.6410 or email mpls.mentor@mntc.org

 

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge!

When reviewing the Opportunities, notice the age requirements and the blue "i", information button. Select this blue button to learn additional information about that opportunity.

Please know that MnTC's Programming is structured in a Christian, faith-based environment. So all volunteers need to be comfortable working in such a setting. Those desiring to mentor or volunteer in a Program Support role will work directly with our clients and are required to complete the Faith page on the application. All other volunteers can certainly complete the Faith page, but it is not required.