Live-In Mentor – 2024-75-02 – Archway Community Services

1 month ago

Abbotsford, Canada Sprott Shaw College Full time

JOB POSTING 2024-75-02

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL Autumn House Live-In Mentor Compensation: $2,025 per month, rent free apartment (2 Bedroom) Independent Contractor, 1 year with option to extend. Location: Abbotsford

Archway Community Services is a non-profit, multi-service social service agency and has been helping people since 1969. We provide more than 90 programs and services to clients at every stage of life. Our vision for the future is justice, opportunities, and equitable access for all. We strive toward that goal by fostering community well-being and social justice through positive action and leadership. Come help us help people.

Autumn House is a semi-independent housing program for youth 16 to 18 years old who are learning to live on their own for the first time. Youth live in their own apartments and are supported during working hours by Archway staff and afterhours and on weekends by live-in mentors.

Job Summary:

The Autumn House Live-In Mentor is an independent contractor providing support to resident youth, after hours and on the weekends. The Live-In Mentor’s key responsibilities are to role model good neighbour behaviour, act as a liaison between residents, and assess and triage situations that pose a potential safety risk for youth.

Responsibilities:

Role models good neighbour behaviour to youth including respectful communication and setting appropriate boundaries. Role models tenant rights and responsibilities. On behalf of the resident youth, liaises with the onsite caretaker to identify urgent repairs needed. As part of the support team for youth, communicates and collaborates with Autumn House staff. Addresses conflict between youth residents after hours and on weekends. Builds relationships with the youth and helps establish a culture of respect and support at Autumn House. Must be available in person or via phone – evenings and weekends. Triages potential emergency situations and advises youth on next steps or calls emergency responders as required. Finds suitable coverage for the live-in mentor position when away from residence for longer than one consecutive night. Coverage must meet criteria. Liaises with the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) after hours and provides written documentation to Autumn House Staff and Supervisors. Communicates with Autumn House After Hours Supervisor when incidents are occurring, when support is needed to navigate situations, to debrief incidents, provide updates, or when needing support of any kind.

Terms and Conditions:

Must be available evenings and overnight (5:00 PM to 9:00 AM) and on weekends, but not required to be onsite for the whole duration. Rent-free 2-bedroom apartment provided in a new building. (Wi-Fi & Hydro not included). Pets to be approved by landlord and Autumn House staff. Support and collaboration after hours and on weekends is available from the After-Hours Supervisor. Mentors can continue their work or education. This contract position is a great fit for university students. We are open to couples and roommates, sharing the contracted position. All residents require a satisfactory criminal record check. The Contractor will need WorkSafeBC Insurance.

Getting an Interview–you will be considered if you have:

Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Records Check. Valid Emergency First Aid with CPR level C. Completed or working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Child and Youth Care or a related field is an asset.

The Job Requires you to have:

At least one year experience working through a trauma-informed and client-centred lens Experience working with high-risk youth. Experience working with high-risk youth in a residential setting is an asset.

Knowledge and Skill Set:

Strong written, verbal, and active listening skills; able to communicate effectively and respectfully with people from a variety of backgrounds. Relationship building skills; able to build rapport with youth with high-risk behaviours. Strong crisis management skills; able to work effectively during crisis. Excellent conflict resolution skills; able assist clients as they work through conflict. Knowledge of trauma-informed and client-centered care Knowledge of substance use and mental health an asset Knowledge of youth culture and current trends an asset

How to Apply

Interested applicants are to reference Posting # 2024-75-02  in the subject line.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to:

Closing date is Friday, May 31st

No phone calls please. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Your resume may also be forwarded to other programs for their consideration for their job vacancies. If you do not wish for your application to be shared with other Programs, please include DO NOT FORWARD TO OTHER PROGRAMS, in the subject line or the email when you apply. Please also include the posting number in the subject.

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