"The best hour of the week".......a program where everyone is valued and supported equally.
Rye/Rosebud Rotary have already got involved by providing the seed funding for this program.
Now we need volunteers like you from all sectors of the community.
Are you a good listener?
Do you like being with and care about the future of young people?
Are you reliable?
Are you respectful?
Are you able to commit one hour a week during the school terms?
Are you patient?
Are you supportive?
If you answered yes to the questions above you are the perfect candidate to apply for BEAM.
You can fill out the application online or print out a paper copy and drop it off at RSC reception . There are also application forms available at reception now.
Applicants will be screened by a small selection committee and are required to attend an interview and complete mandatory Working with Children Check. Once approved mentors attend a free training program and complete Childsafe modules to assist them to carry out their role.
Ongoing mentor support is provided in order to continue training , de-brief and share experiences.
Mentors will be required to be available for approximately 1 hr per week for the school year and ideally up to two years with the same student.
The program does not run during the school holidays.
Once received the program coordinator will be in touch with you to finalise an interview.