January 9, 2025

POSTING NUMBER: 25-01-36 (Please include this number when applying)

Position: Youth Mentor

Classification: Saturday – Sunday, 8 p.m. – 8 a.m.

Location: Honoring the Spirit of our Little Sisters

Salary: Subject to Qualifications

Background:

The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating and supporting at-risk females and transgender youth 13-17 years of age. The site is a six-bed facility operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, offering various assessments and support services. All six beds are anticipated to run at a high occupancy rate within short-term and long-term residency. The facility will be a safe and nurturing environment where young women can experience a strong sense of caring, support and encouragement while building the capacity to achieve their dreams.

Qualifications:

  • Child & Youth Care Diploma or acceptable equivalent and related experience.
  • Experiential applicants are encouraged to apply.
  • Residential Care experience would be an asset.
  • Supporting Caseload and Healing Plans implemented with the young women.
  • Provide support/supervision to the residents.
  • Program development and facilitation skills.
  • The incumbent must be aware of the impact and effects of sexual exploitation/abuse on the lives of young women and be able to establish relationships with residents built on trust and genuine caring. Must work cooperatively with others and contribute as a team member.
  • Ability to work under stressful situations.
  • Knowledge of Child Welfare Legislation and Standards.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Understanding of Indigenous values and community issues.
  • Current First Aid/CPR certification.
  • Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence and access to a vehicle would be an asset.
  • All employees are subject to Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Checks.

All letters of interest and resumes must be received before 4:00 p.m., January 16, 2025.

Attention:           Gillian Anderson, Human Resources Assistant

                                Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc.

                                350-200 Alpine Way, Headingley, MB, R4H 0B7

                                Fax: 204-946-5042 or HR@mamawi.com

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. As an Indigenous employer, we encourage First Nations, Inuit and Métis applicants to self-declare when applying.