Mentorship/Mentee Program
Target audience:
· Mentees:
o New graduates looking for guidance on navigating the workplace, dealing with supervisors, discussing case studies, practicing assessments, formulating treatment ideas, etc.
o Practitioners changing practice settings or reentering the workforce
· Mentors:
o Experienced practitioners looking to volunteer their time and talent
o Must have at least 2 years of practice experience
Time commitment:
· 45-minute virtual or in-person monthly meetings
· 6-month commitment with option of renewing for an additional 6 months (if mentor and mentee are compatible)
· Email communication between mentor and mentee as needed
· Mentor can have 1-3 mentees at any given time; can meet separately 1 on 1, or as a larger group
Resources:
· Online discussion forum for members of the mentorship program via www.wota.org
· List of monthly topics provided to facilitate discussions
Benefits of Participating in the Mentorship Program:
· Mentors
o Earn continuing education hours as outlined below
o Strong volunteer commitment to add to your resume
o Opportunities to meet potential new hires for your employer
o Build teaching experience
· Mentees
o Efficient onboarding with your new employer
o Career development (hone strengths and work toward your 5-year plan)
o Build productive relationships / Network
o Develop healthy work-life balance
o Develop emerging leadership skills