Indigenous Youth Mentorship Professional

3 days ago

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Ka Ni Kanichihk Full time
Company Overview

Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc. is a nonprofit, community-based Indigenous-led human services organization providing Indigenous identified programs and services focusing on wholeness, wellness, and building on the strengths and resilience of Indigenous People.

Salary and Benefits

The estimated salary range for this position is between $19.00 and $21.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Job Description

This role involves providing transitional supports for youth from 16 to 21 years old leaving the care of Child and Family Services. As a member of Leading Black Wolf, you will provide one-on-one mentorship to develop life skills alongside facilitating culturally based activities and utilizing community resources.

Responsibilities:
  • Create positive and attainable expectations and goals alongside Mentees
  • Foster individual strengths and talents, customizing provided supports and resources
  • Teach life skills, such as budgeting and housing, accessing child care, and understanding healthy relationships
  • Recruit and retain participants; listen to concerns and troubleshoot requests
  • Model responsible, engaged, and positive behavior
  • Incorporate traditional knowledge in all program levels
  • Facilitate and organize various youth activities
  • Cultivate creative, holistic, and sincere mentorship and support
  • Inform the Coordinator of concerns, questions, and challenges
  • Follow Organizational safety protocols and procedures, including participant transportation as required
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • Demonstrated understanding of the mentorship role working alongside vulnerable youth
  • An engaged mentor ensuring participants access resources barrier-free
  • Able to take detailed case notes and produce report documentation if required
  • Takes initiative on program planning, preparation, and facilitation
  • Harm reduction and trauma-informed lens advocate
  • Builder of strong relationships with participants and other stakeholders
  • Demonstrator and incorporator of cultural knowledge and competence
  • Knowledgeable on youth and community resources, assisting in system navigation

You should possess relevant post-secondary education or a combination of education and experience, along with one to two years of experience working with vulnerable youth. A valid Manitoba Driver's License, clear driver's abstract, and reliable transportation are also essential requirements.

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