CHAVER (MENTORING) PROGRAM

MISSION

AJCOP’S Chaver (Mentoring) Program is a service to our members. It’s goal is to match professionals in the Jewish Community Organization field with seasoned AJCOP members for the purpose of enriching their professional experience and competency.

INTRODUCTION

Mentors in the Chaver Program represent seasoned Jewish Community Organization professionals, who are committed to influencing and shaping the future of our field by volunteering to mentor new professionals. The mentoring partnership is based on mutual learning, growth and satisfaction. Successful mentoring today is rooted in a partnership; based on mutual understanding and agreement of goals, roles, responsibilities and outcomes. Clear and honest communication is essential and both partners must derive satisfaction from the process.

STEPS TO AJCOP “CHAVER” PROGRAM

ESTABLISHING AN AJCOP MENTORING RELATIONSHIP:

·        AJCOP receives a request for a mentor from an AJCOP member .
·        Mentee is urged to inform his/her supervisor and agency executive of interest in    participating in the “Chaver” program.
·        AJCOP “Chaver” Coordinator explores areas of interest/concerns with mentee.
·        Coordinator reviews mentor applications and recommends an appropriate match.
·        Coordinator introduces mentee to potential mentor through a conference call.
·        When a match is made, the mentee contacts the mentor, by phone, or in person
to get acquainted.
·        The Mentor and mentee discuss elements of a “contract”, initiating the
relationship which should include but not be limited to the following:
*Time and timing for contacts.
*Confidentiality.
*Background and experience of each.
*Sharing areas of professional interests, mentee’s goals & hopes for the
relationship and assessing needs to make it work.
·        AJCOP coordinator follows up with both parties after their first contact and
periodically checks on “how it’s going.” Mentors and mentees are urged to keep
     the AJCOP coordinator apprised of progress.

ROLES AND GOALS

The “Chaver” Program is composed of three partners in AJCOP: Mentee, Mentor and AJCOP Coordinator

THE MENTEE – An AJCOP member in any career position desiring a Mentor. He/She can expect to receive consultation benefiting from the wisdom and expertise from an experienced colleague. The Mentee is responsible for initiating contact and setting the agenda for sessions with the Mentor.

THE MENTOR – The Mentor provides a “sounding board” for the Mentee. The Mentor is not a supervisor, but an interested, caring colleague who helps the Mentee develop a capacity for professional reflection, and encourages him/her to differentiate (not imitate). The Mentor passes on practice wisdom and helps the Mentee develop skills to identify problems, ask questions and search for solutions. While the mentor role carries no authority it can be invaluable as a support, growth vehicle for the Mentee.

THE AJCOP COORDINATOR – The coordinator, after making the “match”, follows the progress of the relationship and is available to consult with either party as needed. The coordinator respects the principle of confidentiality in the mentoring relationship.

Mentor Application

Please return to: AJCOP “Chaver” Mentoring Program, 14619 Horseshoe Trace, Wellington, FL 33414, by fax 561-798-0358 or by email to lou@ajcop.org.

I. Personal Data

Name: _________________________________________________________ Age: _________

Home Address: _______________________________________________________________

City: _________________________________State: ___________ Zip Code: ______________

Home Phone Number: ________________________ Business Number: __________________

Cell Phone Number: __________________________ E-mail: ___________________________

How did you hear about the AJCOP Chaver Program? ________________________________

Please indicate times available for an interview during the week: (Interviews may be scheduled from 9:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time): ____________________________________

II. Education/Employment: (Please attach most recent resume).

If currently employed, name of employer: ___________________________________________

Employer Address: ____________________________________________________________

Position/Title: ________________________________________________________________

Work Schedule: ______________________________________________________________

College(s): _____________________________________ Degree: ______________________

_____________________________________ Degree: ______________________

III. Interests/Personal

Hobbies: ____________________________________________________________________

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Other volunteer activities: _______________________________________________________

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Briefly, why do you want to be a mentor? ___________________________________________

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Can you make a minimum commitment of one year? __________________________________

Please list your areas of expertise:_________________________________________________

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If paired with a mentee, will you be able to meet AJCOP’s requirements of weekly personal or telephone contact for the first two months and twice monthly contact thereafter? ____________

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Do you have restrictions and/or preferences regarding the mentee you will be matched with? If so, please specify: _____________________________________________________________

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I hereby certify that all information contained in this application is true.

______________________________________ _______________________
Applicant Signature Date

Mentee Application

Please return to: AJCOP “Chaver” Mentoring Program, 14619 Horseshoe Trace, Wellington, FL 33414, by fax 561-798-0358 or by email to lou@ajcop.org.

I. Personal Data