The Central New York Dietetic Association recognizes the enormous value of work
experience, and encourages all members to share their particular area of expertise
with others. Mentors can contribute to the careers of others by offering their insight
and guidance, while mentees can gain a glimpse of a possible future career direction,
or answer questions pertaining to their current career. Recognizing that all mentors
are volunteers, we suggest the following guidelines to insure that the experience
is valuable for all and that an attitude of respect and appreciation is maintained.
For access to the mentor program and to see a list of mentors and specialties, you
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Mentor/Mentee Contact Guidelines
Mentee responsibility:
- Initiate contact with mentor and ask if they are available.
- Bear the cost of long-distance phone calls (if applicable).
- Have a purpose for each contact. Write down your questions and be specific.
- Keep scheduled appointments.
- Show your appreciation for their time and effort on your behalf.
- Contact CNYDA Mentor representative with questions or problems.
Mentor responsibility:
- Communicate the best way/days/times to contact you.
- Share your insight, education, and experience, but avoid criticizing.
- Provide constructive criticism when solicited.
- Mentor up to 2 mentees (unless you want to handle more).
- Reply to all requests for mentoring, letting them know if you are available to “adopt”
them at that time or not.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Contact CNYDA Mentor representative with questions or problems.
To get a mentor:
- Click on the area of specialty in which you are interested.
- Select from the list of volunteer mentors.
- Initiate contact and request that person as a mentor.
- If your first choice is unavailable, repeat the process.
To become a mentor:
- Click on the Mentor Volunteer Form.
- Complete the form.
- Click on finished.
To discontinue being a mentor: contact the Mentor volunteer coordinator by email.
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