Fitzroy Computer Clubhouse

The most common volunteer position within the Fitzroy Computer Clubhouse is a mentor position where volunteers commit 2-3 hours a week on a designated day for 6 months.

Ways to Become Involved as a Clubhouse Mentor

As a Mentor, you can:
• Work with Members on a specific project or activity
• Help with technical systems
• Offer a workshop
• Point out websites that inspire creative ideas
• Contribute to the Clubhouse-to-College/Clubhouse-to-Career Program
• Develop themes for group projects
• Recruit other Mentors
• Work on your own projects, invite feedback or assistance from Members
• Participate in the Clubhouse Village
Purpose of the Position:

The Clubhouse is an after-school learning environment where young people explore their own interests and become confident learners thorough the use of technology. Mentors are a key part of the Clubhouse community, supporting the learning and exploration of clubhouse members.

Responsibilities:
Being available to Clubhouse Members and Staff to provide assistance, support,and encouragement to Clubhouse Members.
Specific Duties:
• Orient, welcome, and guide new Members
• Help to identify Members that might need extra support or encouragement
• Provide general help to Members
• Offer encouragement to Members
• Work one-on-one with Members
• Offer specific guidance or workshops in areas of expertise
• Organize special projects (based on interest)
• Support members in thinking about career/college opportunities
• Bring any serious concerns/issues to the attention of the Clubhouse Coordinator
• Engage in your own learning and exploration
Qualifications:
• Interest in the Clubhouse philosophy
• Experience and/or interest in working with young people
• Technical and/or art skills or commitment to developing skills
• Curiosity and interest in learning more about technology, working with young people, and being part of the Clubhouse Community
• Open to new people and ideas
Benefits and Training:
• The opportunity to explore one’s own interest in a cutting edge environment
• The opportunity to help young people build skills and confidence
• Volunteer experience
• Orientation to the Computer Clubhouse
• Training as needed while mentoring
• Mentor workshops on working with youth and technology skills

Get Involved!
Volunteer Inductions occur once a term.
If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the application form and
email along with a copy of your resume/CV to: tara@fitzroylearningnetwork.org.au
or post to: Fitzroy Learning Network, 198 Napier St, Fitzroy, 3065
Inductions for 2008 are:
Tuesday, July 22, @ 6.00pm
Tuesday, October 14, @ 6.00pm
Please email: admin@fitzroylearningnetwork.org.au, to confirm your attendance on the evening.
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