Support Mentor - Winnipeg, Canada - Oshki-Giizhig Inc
Description
Support Mentor (Walking Stick Community Supports)Company Description
Oshki-Giizhig is an Indigenous-based non-profit organization. Our vision is a healthy community built on Indigenous journeys towards wellness.
Our mission is to walk beside, advocate and support people living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) and or other disorders.
Strengthened by cultural practices and traditional teachings, supports will assist in restoring balance to individuals and the community affected by trauma and violence.
Support Programs serve individuals who live in Winnipeg, are 16 years of age or older, living with FASD and/or other disorders.
Oshki-Giizhig is committed to supporting the development of strong and healthy communities.We will strive to follow these traditional values in everything we do:
courage, wisdom, truth, honesty, humility, respect and empathy.
Responsibilities
The Support Mentor will facilitate a range of daily activities based on the medicine wheel with participants. Support participant needs and help with taking the participant to appointments, help with budgeting, and everyday daily needs. These activities are to be considerate and supportive to participants with FASD and other disorders. Support Mentors are also responsible to pick up and prepare any materials and supplies as needed.
Other duties as assigned by the Cultural and Day Services Manager to ensure that program activities meet the needs of participants.
Qualifications
Post-secondary education in social justice, Indigenous studies, social services, social work, health related and/or a combination of pertinent experiences in these areas.
Driver's License and access to transportation.
Other Helpful Qualifications:
NVCI, First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, Knowledge of Vulnerable Persons Act, FASD Training
We are hiring Support Mentors for all shifts
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time
, Casual
Pay:
$17.62-$20.67 per hour
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time
Pay:
$17.00-$20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- mentoring: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location:
In person
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