2021 ACHSM Mentoring program– MENTOR APPLICATION

Mentor Responsibilities Statement

1. To provide information, guidance, constructive comments and an empathic ear; 
2. To ensure absolute confidentiality of matters discussed and information supplied by the Mentee;
3. To work with the Mentee to identify their objectives arising from participation in the Mentoring Program and to collaboratively develop a program to address these;
4. To provide a confidential and personalised source of career advice, support and guidance to the Mentee;
5. To provide the Mentee with advice and assistance in identifying personal development needs and how to address these;
6. To assist the Mentee to establish a network of support within the health system;
7. To assist the Mentee develop an understanding of the overall health system;
8. To facilitate the Mentee’s professional growth;
9. To meet face-to-face with the Mentee regularly (at least once every 2 months), and at short notice if possible in special situations and to maintain contact more frequently by telephone and e-mail, as agreed with the Mentee;
10. To undertake reviews of the Mentee’s performance and progress at the request of the Mentee during the year;
11. To participate in evaluation of the Mentoring Program; and
12. To attend the Orientation session, where practical.