Youth Mentorship Program Mentor

3 months ago

Brantford, Canada BGC BRANTFORD Full time

Mentoring is a learning relationship, focused on long-term development. The primary purpose is to drive personal growth; build skills, knowledge and understanding.

Collaboratively and in partnership with key community organizations, this position is responsible to develop and facilitate in-person programs for marginalized youth, youth facing multiple barriers and youth in challenging context (e.g. youth disengaged from school/family/community, newcomer youth, mental health barriers, low academic achievement/disengagement, youth involved with law enforcement, etc.)

30 hours per week

Due to the nature of the Youth Mentorship Program, scheduling of hours will be determined by the program needs and can and will fluctuate (week days, week nights, weekends)

The position must work flexible, rotational hours, be responsive, accessible and exhibit sound judgement.
- Staff cannot always be confined rigidly to a definite schedule of hours - 'flex' time WILL be required_

**Education**:
Child & Youth Worker diploma or Social Service Worker diploma or equivalent in education and experience

Qualifications:
Current First Aid/CPR; HIGH FIVE PHCD, WHMIS, Safe Food Handling Certificate and additional BGCB training as required

Clean Driver’s Abstract

Access to a reliable vehicle

Experience and Skill Set:

- Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with a variety of marginalized children and youth, children and youth facing multiple barriers and/or children and youth in challenging context age categories (6-25 years)
- Minimum of 2 year’s experience working in the mental health & wellness sector
- Minimum of 2 year’s experience working with children and youth in crisis
- Previous outreach and community development experience
- In-depth knowledge of and be able to implement strength-based and evidence-based practices
- Ability to interpret and comply with the policies and procedures of the Club
- Demonstrated knowledge of processes and previous experience in developing effective working relationships within a variety of organizations
- Strong interpersonal skills and capacity to relate to children and youth
- Good presentation skills
- Demonstrates initiative
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Previous experience in program development and facilitation

Complexity of Duties

Ensure all programs operate in compliance with Club values, policies & best practices, and funding requirements

Demonstrated understanding or systems theory as applied to family, school and community

Effectively manage multiple demands and priorities

Readily and sensitively manages any conflicts/issues

Manages the effective resolution of service delivery issues

Creative & alternative thinking to develop new ideas and approaches

Creative & alternative thinking to resolve work-related issues

Collect information and completes reports in accordance with Club and Ministry guidelines

Ability to work well in a team environment but also able to work independently

Actively engage in program implementation

Work in collaboration with internal and external partners to build and maintain professional partnerships

Maintain open communication with program partners regarding their youth needs, youth's participation, behaviours and/or any incidents

Provides coaching and information about community resources

Acts as both an advocate and liaison for youth with community agencies, schools, Law enforcement and other local service providers

This position has no financial responsibilities

Physical Demands

Lifting on heavy items such as tables, chairs, equipment, transporting supplies between sites etc. does require the individual in this position to be in good physical condition and be aware of proper lifting techniques etc., to ensure personal safety.

Working Conditions

Position ‘home base’ is located in a climate controlled facility, however the majority of programs extend into the community and/or outdoor space may be utilized

Manual dexterity will be required to use a computer

Offsite program locations will vary in size, demographics, temperature, accessibility, etc..

The working environment can be extremely loud at times

Incumbent will interact with youth, staff and community partners under all kinds of circumstances, many of which may be traumatic

The environment is fast paced and demanding - position is required to be extremely resourceful, ‘think quick on their feet’, manage multiply tasks and issues, able to prioritize and resolve issues effectively, thoroughly and effectively.

Responsible for the direct supervision of children & youth - position may be responsible for the supervision of post-secondary placement student(s)
- The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position._

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $22.72 per hour

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