Mentor

SaskAbilities; Swift Current; Hybrid; CAD 36,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

SaskAbilities is seeking a part-time Mentor to support individuals with disabilities at the Swift Current branch. The role involves one-on-one and small group facilitation to build life and work skills, with some evenings or weekends required.

An Employment Specialist will help tailor supports and plans for each participant. Qualifications include a Disability Support or Rehab Certificate, valid driver’s license, First Aid/CPR/AED, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Disability support or rehabilitation training required.
• Strong computer skills and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small group facilitation to support individuals with disabilities in developing life and work skills.
• Identify supports needed to maintain employment/volunteering and develop implementation plans.
• Complete learning style assessments and document client progress.
• Educate clients about labour standards and employee rights.
• Facilitate and deliver workshops; collaborate with Employment Specialist.

Education

Disability Support Certificate

Driver's License

First Aid CPR AED

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent, Part-time 18.75 hours per week

Location

Swift Current Branch

Compensation

Pay Class 14 (range of $26.21 to $32.44 per hour) plus benefit package

Duties and responsibilities:

The Mentor will provide one-on-one and small group facilitation to support individuals experiencing disabilities in developing life and work skills. This role involves working in various employment and volunteer settings, assisting participants to build their confidence, improve their skills, and achieve personal and professional goals. The Mentor will collaborate with each individual to create personalized learning experiences that foster growth, independence, and success in the workplace and beyond.

Duties include:

• In consultation with an Employment Specialist, identify supports required to maintain client’s employment and/or volunteer placements, develop a plan to support individual needs, and provide one-on-one assistance.
• Complete learning style assessments for clients.
• Evaluate and document clients’ work skills and work habits at each scheduled employer visit.
• Educate clients about their rights and responsibilities of being an employee by providing them with knowledge of labour standards in their workplace.
• Implement strategies and support for individuals to increase their employability skills.
• To facilitate and deliver workshops

Qualifications:

Education:

• Disability Support Worker/Rehabilitation Worker Certificate or equivalent
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a working/reliable vehicle
• Valid First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
• Proficient computer skills and good knowledge of Microsoft suite office programs

Experience:

• Two to three years direct experience working in the Human Services Field – experience working with individuals experiencing disability would be preferred

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work effectively with individuals with varying abilities, co-workers, and community partners.
• Open-minded, creative, effective time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Some evening or weekend shifts may be required

Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.

SaskAbilities is an inclusive organization, welcoming individuals of all abilities. We believe in workplace diversity and we do not discriminate in our employee selection. Race, colour, disability, religion, gender, national origin or sexual orientation does not play a role in our hiring decisions.