Highlights

What is included in this program?

  • A hands-on monthly mentor-led curriculum to help students learn about mental health. Mentorship pods will facilitate growth and support for a mutual learning journey.

  • A discussion group for mentors to initiate and participate in mediated and monitored discussions about issues of interest or concern.

  • Slide decks, exercises, games, and resources to enhance your learning.

  • Monthly college workshops to assist with personal statements, applications, resume building and more

What is required for YMHA mentorship program completion?

  • Learning

    Learn about our brain, behavior, mental health, and the importance of understanding all of these in terms of building a stronger, kinder and more supportive society, rooted in equity and social justice.

  • Training

    Receive training in Teen Mental Health First Aid, and work with students to assist in the development of a unique Capstone project.

  • Build Community

    Become part of a new network - Participate in monthly workshops and mentorship pod meetings.

  • Data

    Participate in surveys to help us understand where you are in the world, and how to develop better ways to help guide you to become empowered to carve your own unique path.

YMHA Mentorship Curriculum

After attending the YMHA, mentors will have a fundamental understanding of how our environment and brains influence our mental health. They will gain access to helpful tools and resources, be part of a growing mentoring network and be introduced to a mentor council for additional support. As the 2023-2024 year continues, mentors will work remotely with mentee pods each month.

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    Welcome!

    • How to Use the YMHA Resource Library

    • Save The Dates

    • College and Career Workshops

    • FAQ Sheet

    • Source: When2Meet.com

    • Timesheet

    • Mentor Logs
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    Newsletter

    • Summer Newsletter (6/30)

    • Quarterly Newsletter #1 (9/15)
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    Suicide Prevention

    • Slide Deck

    • Trivia

    • Helpful Links to Reference

    • Additional Videos to Reference

    • NIH Suicide Prevention Poster

    • NAMI Suicide Prevention Poster
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    Substance Use Prevention

    • Trivia

    • Mental Health and Teen Substance Use

    • Volunteer: SAFE Project

    • Helpful Links to Reference
  • 5

    Sleep & Wellness

    • Interactive Activity

    • Helpful Links to Reference
  • 6

    Mental Health Awareness & Digital Well-Being

    • Conversational Points

    • Helpful Links to Reference

    • Interactive Activity

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    Careers in Psychology

    • Conversational Points

    • Helpful Links to Reference

    • Interactive Activity
  • 8

    The Balance of School & Life

    • Conversational Points

    • Helpful Links to Reference
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    Self-Exploration Modules

    • Goal Exploration (Source: TherapistAid.com)

    • Strength Exploration (Source: TherapistAid.com)
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    College Resources

    • College 101 Slidedeck

    • FAFSA & CADAA Information
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    Volunteer Links to Reference

    • Source: Los Angeles Department of Mental Health

    • Source: Habitat of Humanity

    • Source: California Volunteers