Live-in Mentor

Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth support organization in Winnipeg is seeking a dedicated Live-In Mentor to assist Indigenous youth, aged 16-21, in a supportive living environment. Responsibilities include supervising youth, fostering life skills, and providing day-to-day mentoring. This is a full-time contract position with free accommodation and a monthly stipend of $1,500.

Benefits

Free accommodation

Monthly stipend of $1,500

Respite one weekend per month

Qualifications

• Experience working with Indigenous youth and their families.
• Ability to establish trusting relationships to improve health and well-being.
• CPR and First Aid valid Certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support three youth residents in a safe, stable living environment.
• Foster a supportive atmosphere and assist youth in developing life skills.
• Be available for day, evening, and weekend support while living on-site.

Skills

Experience working with Indigenous youth and their families

Ability to establish trusting relationships

Use strength-based and solution-focused approaches

Proficient in MS Office applications

Understanding of Indigenous customs and traditions

Education

CPR and First Aid valid Certification

Tools

Basic skills in database, email, and social media

Job description

Overview

Posting # 25-07-11 • Position type: Term, Full-time. Background: Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Live-In Mentor to join our Yellow Shawl Youth Housing Program. This position plays a crucial role in providing supervision, support, and guidance to youth navigating life challenges on their way to independence.

Position Description

Yellow Shawl Housing Mentors are live-in mentors responsible for fostering a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for three youth residents between 16-21 years. Mentors provide oversight and maintain stability in the home. Through mentorship, they assist youth in developing and maintaining basic life skills and support them in their personal growth and development. Mentors must be willing to live on-site in the provided accommodation, which includes a private bedroom, and be available to support youth residing in the home, including days, evenings, and weekends. Mentors receive free accommodation and a monthly stipend of $1,500 and are provided respite one weekend per month. The position allows the Mentor to attend school or work outside the home while ensuring the Mentor position responsibilities are met.

(This is a contract position with no employee benefits).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support three youth residents (ages 16-21) in a safe, stable living environment.
• Foster a supportive, empowering atmosphere and assist youth in developing basic life skills and personal growth.
• Be available to provide day, evening, and weekend support while living on-site.
• Maintain on-site accommodation responsibilities and ensure safety and wellbeing of residents.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Indigenous youth and their families.
• Ability to establish trusting relationships to improve health and well-being.
• Use strength-based and solution-focused, non-judgmental approaches.
• Ability to take initiative, take direction, and work well in a team setting.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and basic skills in database, email, and social media.
• Understanding of Indigenous customs, experience, traditions, and values is an asset.
• CPR and First Aid valid Certification.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and access to a vehicle is an asset.
• Provide current (within the last three months) Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Query, Child Abuse Registry Check and be subject to a Prior Contact Check.

Application

Please send a cover letter and a resume to [e-mail].

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