Our Mentors
At ARK, our mentors serve as consistent, supportive guides like a big brother or big sister. They focus on building genuine relationships rooted in trust, respect, and understanding.
Mentors work alongside individuals to encourage growth, responsibility, and independence. They serve as accountability partners, helping individuals follow through on goals, routines, and commitments in a supportive and motivating way.
Our mentors strive to create an atmosphere where individuals with unique abilities feel safe, comfortable, and valued. By meeting each person where they are, mentors help build confidence and strong self-esteem over time, supporting individuals as they develop their abilities at their own pace.
Mentor Qualifications, Training & Screening.
Do you want support that helps build confidence and self-esteem from the inside out?
All mentors who provide services through ARK Mentorship & Tutoring meet the applicable qualification requirements for their role.
Mentors have relevant education, training, and/or experience supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities or related populations.
Education may include coursework or degrees in human services, education, psychology, social work, related fields, or equivalent professional experience.
Mentors also maintain current CPR certification, as required for their role.
Prior to service, all mentors complete required background checks.