QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience with high needs populations in a mentoring role
• Knowledge of trauma informed care models and needs of this specialized population of youth
• Can be employed full/part time or is a full time/part time student
• Demonstrated initiative, independence, maturity and critical thinking skills
• Basic computer skills and a willingness to attend other trainings as necessary
  Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all qualifications. If you are excited about the role but your resume doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the description, apply anyway. You may still be the right candidate for this or other roles.

• To establish relationships with the youth to provide mentorship, support and life skills to the youth as they engage in their transition into independence
• To document and communicate any behavioral changes/concerns, incidents
• To invite and encourage youth engage in program expectations
• To promote positive shared space activities to create a successful communal living experience for the youth
• To act as mediator for peer challenges and model collaborative problem solving with the youth
• To conduct/participate in house meetings and weekly Community Meals
• To work collaboratively with the Follow Up Worker to support case planning and engage in post-program, After-Care activities
• Available for 21 hours a week
• To ensure that a safe and clean environment is maintained
• Other duties as assigned