Mentor, Swift Current

Description

When applying, please include competition number 2026-127-PPR-03 in the email subject line.

Duties and responsibilities:

The Mentor will provide one-on-one and small group facilitation to assist individuals experiencing disabilities in various employment, volunteer settings to develop their work and life skills.

Duties include:

• In consultation with an Employment Specialist, identify supports required to maintain clients employment and/or volunteer placements, develop a plans to support individual needs, and provide one-on-one assistance.
• Complete learning style assessments for employed clients.
• Evaluate and document clients work skills and work habits at each scheduled employer visit.
• Educate clients about their rights and responsibilities of being an employee by providing them with knowledge of labour standards in their workplace.
• Implement strategies and support for individuals to increase their employability skills.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Disability Support Worker/Rehabilitation Worker Certificate or equivalent
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License and access to a working/reliable vehicle
• Valid First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
• Proficient computer skills and good knowledge of Microsoft suite office programs

Experience:

• Two to three years direct experience working in the Human Services Field experience working with individuals experiencing disability would be preferred

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work effectively with individuals with varying abilities, co-workers, and community partners.
• Open-minded, creative, effective time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.