Summary

BBBS currently has an exciting and rewarding career opportunity for an accomplished and passionate Mentoring Coordinator to join the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of site-based group mentoring programs for the community. The incumbent will need to create and maintain strong internal and external relationships and ensure sound and innovative program practices.

Description

Mentoring Coordinator, Pilot Site-Based Group Programs
37.5 Hours per Week (1.0 FTE) – 18-month contract position

Hi. We’re Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area (BBBS).

We believe that every young person should have the opportunity to reach their full potential. As a volunteer-driven organization, we help children and youth facing adversity by matching them with caring volunteers in quality mentoring relationships. By joining our organization, you are making a difference by changing the course of young lives through mentoring. Together we can positively impact our community’s future because when children and youth are empowered to do well in school and build healthy relationships, they go on to successful careers and give back to their communities.

Job Summary:

BBBS currently has an exciting and rewarding career opportunity for an accomplished and passionate Mentoring Coordinator to join the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of site-based group mentoring programs for the community. The incumbent will need to create and maintain strong internal and external relationships and ensure sound and innovative program practices. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and facilitating group programs to the community while ensuring safe and positive impacts for young people.

Responsibilities:

  • Pilot Community/Site Based Group Mentoring Programs;
  • Adapt BBBS National School Based Group Mentoring for a community context;
  • Create new Group Mentoring programs/curriculum;
  • Follow National Standards and explore any standard substitutions needed for the site-based group mentoring programs;
  • Explore and set locations for group programming to occur;
  • Recruit, enroll, screen, and train participants (mentors and mentees) for group programming
  • Supervise group programs;
  • Continually assess the match relationships in accordance with National Standards and Agency Policy to ensure match safety, growth of developmental relationship, positive youth development and volunteer satisfaction;
  • Coach mentors to facilitate and mange group dynamics;
  • Assess and provide resources and support to assure a positive experience for the young person and volunteer;
  • Effectively utilize outcomes measurements and match support tools to assess match impact on child and youth development;
  • Seek out and share potential community collaborations with supervisor to achieve program goals and objectives;
  • Identify and promote re-engagement of mentor as alumni, event volunteers, and board members;
  • Possess a trauma-informed, strength based approach in building connections with youth;

Competencies

  • Demonstrate creativity especially in the areas of program development;
  • Group facilitation skills;
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, with efficiency and attention to detail;
  • Experience working with diverse ethno-cultural communities and working with children and youth facing adversity;
  • Knowledge of trauma-informed practice;
  • Proven relationship building skills;
  • Commitment to empowering clients and volunteers through a Strengths-Based approach;
  • Demonstrated ability to work from client-centered and anti-oppressive perspectives;
  • Cultural awareness, and a commitment to program development that is inclusive, and meets the needs of the diverse populations we serve;
  • Knowledge of community resources;
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills;
  • Good organizational and multi-tasking abilities, including the ability to meet deadlines with high quality of work;
  • Demonstrated ability to show initiative and work both independently and as part of a team;
  • Experience and strong knowledge of databases and all Microsoft programs including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel.

Qualifications:

  • Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in human services field
  • Experience and knowledge working with diverse ethno-cultural communities, vulnerable youth populations and children and youth facing adversity
  • Experience with and strong knowledge of databases and all Microsoft programs including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel
  • A language in addition to English will be considered an asset
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills reflecting solid customer service in regards to in-person, telephone, and electronic forms of communication;
  • Reliable transportation with minimum $1,000,000 liability insurance and valid driver’s license required;
  • Driving around Calgary required;
  • Training and facilitation skills an asset

Pre-Employment Screening Requirements:
Successful completion of Police Check, Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check.
Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at hr.calgary@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca to notify us of any needs related to completing the job application.

Why Work Here?
Guided by our values of being people-centered, built on belonging, impact-focused, collaborative and brave we are building a community that is a great place to work. We believe in creating a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our teams and of our program participants and reflects the communities in which we serve. We are committed to creating space for all voices, stories and experiences to be heard and valued.

  • Flexible Health & Wellness Benefits after 3 months of service
  • Free and confidential support through the Employee & Family Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Days, Wellness Days and your birthday off
  • Ability to swap statutory holidays for other days of importance to you
  • Consistent Training & Development Opportunities
  • Hybrid work schedule, balancing time in the BBBS office, at schools, and working from home (no more than 2 days per week at home)
  • Office closed for a 1 week during the last week of December

Working Conditions

  • This position requires flexibility to work evening and weekend hours
  • Use of a computer for extended periods of time
  • Ability to adapt to working in multiple environments as well as the BBBS office
  • Concentrated sensory attention is required to ensure accuracy
  • Cognitive demands associated with simultaneous and multiple priorities, multi-tasking, and a dynamic work environment

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this Job Function. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Salary Range: $50,000
Closing Date: Until suitable candidate is found.
Submit Cover Letter and Resume To:
Human Resources
Email: hr.calgary@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.