Fairfax Families4Kids

703-324-7518 TTY 711
12011 Government Center Parkway
Fairfax, VA 22035
Jernita Smith
Program Coordinator

Fairfax Families4Kids: Be A Volunteer

Fairfax Families4Kids VolunteersAre you seeking a chance to work with kids and teens?

Are you unsure if you can make a long-term commitment of being a Fairfax Families4Kids Mentor?

If your answer to any of these questions is "yes," than you can make a difference as a Fairfax Families4Kids Volunteer! Our volunteers provide valuable assistance at program events held once or twice a month and they provide additional support in being a trusted adult, role model and link to the community for all participants in the program – without being assigned in a one-on-one mentorship.
 


Eligibility

  • Mentors must be over 21 years old.
  • Once certified, mentors must complete 10 hours of training each year to maintain their certification. One-hour trainings are made available online on a monthly basis and two-hour in-person trainings are available every three months.
  • Successful completion of all background and security checks (every two years) as well as a review of references as required by NCS.
     

Become a Mentor

  • Complete and submit the Volunteer Application to Fairfax Families4Kids.
  • Participate in a face-to-face interview with the Fairfax Families4Kids Screening Committee.
  • Attend the NCS Volunteer Orientation Training Course.
  • Complete Volunteer Training:
    • New Volunteers - New volunteer training sessions are held annually during April and October. To become certified, perspective volunteers must complete a total of 20 hours of training during those months. A variety of courses are offered.
    • Renewing Volunteer Certification - To renew your certification, mentors must complete 10 hours of training during the year. Training hours may be augmented by reading assignments, viewing selected training videos or participating in approved webinars.
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