Right to Play Community Mentor

JOB PURPOSE:
The Community Mentor will be responsible for the delivery of the Promoting Life-skills in Aboriginal Youth (PLAY) Program for Sheguiandah First Nation from October 2024 to December 31, 2024 (with possible extension depending on funding). The Community Mentor will report directly to the Health Manager and the Program Officer at Right to Play. The overall goal as a Community Mentor will be to create and support facilitating a successful PLAY Program that will enhance the life skills of youth in your community.

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. To plan and implement recreational programming and activities for children and youth in your community.
2. Complete administrative duties in a timely manner to ensure all expenses and attendance are filed appropriately.
3. Actively engage in all aspects of programming in community.
4. Maintain a safe and tidy program space ensuring equipment is setup and stored appropriately.
5. Attend meetings and training as required.
6. Report all concerns, accidents and incidents to Health Manager for follow up and to take appropriate action.
7. Maintain positive, professional relationships with peers, participants, parents and partners.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Social Service Diploma, or Grade 12 or equivalent with related work experience.
2. Possession of a Class G Driver’s license is considered an asset.
3. Ability to work with no supervision at times as well as in a teamwork environment.
4. Must be familiar with a variety of computer applications, including Microsoft applications.
5. Possess oral and written communication skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Communication and leadership skills.
2. Organized, self-motivated and proactive.
3. Experience in creative and dynamic programming (i.e., Youth Led Initiatives and Intergenerational Events).
4. Experience facilitating group workshops or presenting to large groups.
5. Must be a team player, able to network and collaborate on programming.
6. Willingness to continue learning.
7. Available to work flexible hours with ability to work extended hours or some weekends as necessary.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Implementation and planning of the Right to Play Program (50%).
2. Workshop facilitation (50%).

OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Please submit an application that includes a cover letter, resume and three (3) work-related references, CPIC and VSS marked “RIGHT TO PLAY” to reception.
Email at: reception@sheguiandahfn.ca Or by Fax to: 705-368-3697
Or drop off at: Sheguiandah First Nation Band Office, 142 Ogemah Miikan.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.