Central Texas ACHE 2024 Mentorship Program
Central Texas ACHE is excited to announce the launch of a mentorship program for 2024. Aimed to build connections throughout our region and designed for members at any point in their career, interested participants are encouraged to apply as either a mentor or mentee. The committee will match pairings based on the information provided for a 6-month commitment of May – October 2024.
For questions about the program or if you are interested in joining the Mentorship Committee, please email Dulari Patel, Mentorship Committee Chair.
More about the Program
All participants as part of mentorship requirements, must:
- Be an active member of ACHE at the time of application (student membership is accepted)
- Attend the virtual program orientation at the mid-May
- Complete 6 contact hours (virtual or face to face) with the assigned mentee/mentor between May and October 2024
- Complete a post-program closing survey to share experience and feedback
- Notify the Mentorship Committee immediately of any issue or concerns (no contact, unable to complete program, etc.)
Mentees are expected to:
- Be a student, early careerist, or mid-careerist
- Initiate contact and ensure appropriate communication with the mentor
- Conduct themselves in a professional manner, including dressing appropriately and being timely
- Be motivated and empowered to plan and direct their own professional life
Mentors are expected to:
- Be a mid-careerist, late-careerist, or retired
- Be available to the mentee in-person and/or by phone or email
- Facilitate learning and growth by creating and maintaining a supportive environment
- Discuss career/professional development opportunities, skills, and healthcare topics
- Act as a resource to the mentee
