Next Stop Canada Mentor

Volunteerstjohns; Toronto; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to helping newcomers successfully transition into Canadian society. As a volunteer with Next Stop Canada, you will provide vital support and resources to pre-arrival immigrants, helping them adapt and integrate into their new environment. This role not only allows you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others but also offers the opportunity to expand your professional network and gain valuable insights into the diverse experiences of individuals from various backgrounds. Embrace the chance to contribute to a community-focused mission while enhancing your own skills and understanding of cultural diversity.

Benefits

Networking Opportunities

Community Impact

Diversity Learning

YMCA Team Experience

Qualifications

• Minimum age 23 with life experience as a newcomer.
• Post-secondary education and currently employed in specialized career industry.

Responsibilities

• Answer questions from pre-arrival immigrants and recommend resources.
• Share immigration experiences and provide practical settlement tips.

Skills

Communication Skills

Cultural Sensitivity

Technological Experience

Social Media Usage

Education

Post-secondary Education

Tools

Social Media Tools

Job description

Program Description: Next Stop Canada (NSC) is a program that provides online settlement support, learning opportunities, and mentorship to pre-arrival clients who are destined for Canada. This online program helps individuals overseas prepare for immigration to Canada by providing them with the information, knowledge, and resources needed to quickly adapt and integrate into Canadian society. Location: Virtual Major Duties: Next Stop Canada is an online portal for pre-arrival immigrants to virtually connect with professionals in Canada who are currently working in their desired field. All communication is done online via the Next Stop Canada platform, or via email with YMCA staff. Under the direct supervision of YMCA staff, volunteers:

• Answer questions from pre-arrival immigrants and recommend resources to help them with their career and settlement needs.
• Respond to questions within one week.
• Share immigration experiences and provide practical settlement tips to pre-arrival professionals.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 23
• Preferably has life experience as a newcomer.
• Post-secondary education and currently employed in specialized career industry (example: engineering, nursing, teaching etc.)
• Volunteers must be certified in their career field if industry standards require it.
• Experience and sensitivity in dealing with people from different cultural, racial and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Demonstrate some technological experience and usage of social media tools (i.e. Facebook, Twitter)
• Responsible, reliable and friendly while demonstrating a willingness to learn.
• Only qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.

Benefits

• Make a difference in your community by ensuring newcomers have a positive transition into Canadian society.
• Expand your network.
• Learn about diversity at the YMCA and meet new people from all walks of life.
• Be a part of the YMCA team and promote the YMCA Mission, Vision