cyrc
Mentor (Respite Based Support)
Edmonton, Alberta · Part-time
Work authorization requiredDetected 20 days ago
Communication
About the role
- Mentors play a vital role in supporting this transition and fostering long-term independence.
- Model socially appropriate behaviour and encourage community involvement
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support to youth in achieving identified goals
- Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with youth and families
- Implement behavioural strategies and provide out-of-home family support
- Report and document significant incidents to appropriate stakeholders
- Maintain ongoing professional development and community professionalism
- 24-hour on-call support during respite placements
- Ongoing training and professional support
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with service teams
- Build strong therapeutic relationships
Requirements
- Do you have a natural ability to connect with youth and guide them through challenges and growth?
- Attend supervision (minimum quarterly), training sessions, and required workshops
- Transport youth using a personal vehicle, when required
- Required Documentation
Nice to have
- Experience & Knowledge (Preferred)
Skills
- Promote social skills, healthy development, and life skills (personal hygiene, routines, independence)
Benefits
- Mental health disorders
- Understand challenges related to developmental disabilities, mental health, addictions, attachment, and resource access
- Alberta auto insurance ($2 million liability coverage)
Visa & Work Authorization
- Be legally authorized to work in Canada
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