Cluster House Mentor

Simaril; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Paid time off

Comprehensive Benefits package

Job summary

Simaril is seeking a Cluster House Mentor to assist the Cluster Manager with daily operations and to mentor Direct Support Workers. The role includes onboarding new staff, guiding training, and promoting a collaborative, high-quality team environment.

You will provide direct support to individuals, help with administrative tasks, and participate in safety and quality initiatives within a Winnipeg-based setting.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Community Support Work or related field is preferred.
• Experience in social services is an asset.
• Proven ability to mentor and train staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cluster Manager in day-to-day operations of the Cluster House.
• Onboard and train new team members and support staff development.
• Maintain professional boundaries and adhere to organizational policies.

Skills

Mentoring

Training

Communication

Microsoft 365

Physical stamina

Education

Post-secondary education in CSW

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

About Us

Simaril is a Winnipeg-based non-profit organization that has supported people to build full, meaningful lives since 1987.

Our supports are tailored to each person’s goals, preferences, strengths, and level of support needed. We provide residential and community-based programs, including Residential Living, Supported Independent Living, Home Share, Respite, and Cluster services.

Across our programs, we focus on helping people build greater choice, independence, connection, and belonging in everyday life.

Our work is guided by three values: Respecting, Empowering, and Uniting.

Our Why

We believe a good life is shaped by the freedom to make choices, build relationships, feel connected, and belong.

Our role is to create the conditions that make that possible. We support people to build lives that reflect who they are, what matters to them, and how they want to live.

All of that purpose guides how we work, how we make decisions, and how we grow

The Role

The Cluster House Mentor supports the Cluster Manager in the day-to-day operation of the Cluster House while providing guidance, direction, and peer support to Direct Support Workers. Acting as a positive role model, the Mentor assists with onboarding and training new team members and supports staff development to promote a collaborative, effective, and high-quality team environment.

How you’ll make a difference

• Help create a positive work environment and maintain positive, professional relationships within the location.
• Assist with staff accountability, training, mentoring, and guidance, and provide encouragement and support to team members.
• Identify and report areas for improvement or unresolved concerns to the House Leader or Cluster Manager.
• Demonstrate professional boundaries and conduct in accordance with Simaril Inc. policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
• Provide direct support to individuals with daily living skills, including hygiene, budgeting, healthy relationships, peer interaction, meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
• Promote independence, choice, personal growth, and community participation through appointments, recreational activities, social opportunities, and outings.
• Administer medications according to established procedures and maintain accurate documentation and reporting.
• Support positive behaviours and respond to crisis situations using prevention, intervention, and de-escalation strategies.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with individuals, families, and team members while providing emotional support and companionship.
• Assist with administrative responsibilities, including financial records, appointments, MAR sheets, menus, file archiving, meetings, and medication-related reporting.
• Assist with home maintenance checks, WHS inspections, and actively participate in at least one committee.

Your working hours will be:

• Tuesday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Wednesday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Thursday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Friday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

What You Need to Be Successful

• Proof of legal eligibility to work in Canada will be required as part of the recruitment and onboarding process
• Post-secondary education in Community Support Work, Disability and Community Support, Social Services, Mental Health, or a related field is considered an asset
• The House Mentor must perform at a higher level in the Direct Support Worker role
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada with continuous status
• Effective communication with the Cluster Manager and coworkers is essential
• The House Mentor’sworkemailmustbe actively used
• A good understanding of computers and programs, including Microsoft 365, is necessary
• The House Mentor maybe requiredto work some overtime hours, with paid compensation, to provideadditionalsupport beyond regular work hours
• Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of experience in a social services setting
• Flexibility to work occasional paid overtime to provide additional support when required
• Ability to perform physical duties, including walking, bending, and lifting
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with frequent noise and regular interaction with staff and individuals

Extended background checks including the following:

• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
• Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Child Abuse Registry Check
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to shape and strengthen Simaril’s Community
• Pension plan
• Paid time off
• Comprehensive Benefits package is available for Full-Time employees

Equal Opportunity Employer

Simaril Supported Living is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.