SSLP Mentors (Virtual)

This is a remote position.

FBC is offering 1-on-1 mentorship with students as part of our Student Supports for Learning program.

Responsibilities

• Mentors will connect in person or virtually with youth in the program.
• Develop a relationship with MenteesHelp a mentee develop personal and academic skills
• Be a source of support and guidance for their mentee
• Maintain confidentiality
• Attend Mentorship training session
• Mentor 3-5 Youth

Requirements

• Identify as a member of the Black or a member of a marginalized community
• Located in Ontario
• Prior experience as a Mentor or similar experience is an asset
• Bilingualism is an asset
• Dependable (keeps commitments, shows up on time, follows through)
• Adaptable (shows the ability to overcome adversity in his or her personal and/or professional life)
• Respectful (adheres to program and family rules, interested in learning about the experiences of others, nonjudgmental)
• Resilient (can handle common youth “testing behaviors” and is not particularly “rejection-sensitive”)
• Are familiar with the topics being taught such as financial literacy, networking etc
• Vulnerable Sector Check within the last calendar year

Benefits

• Experience with being a mentor
• Access to the FBC eco-system amongst other opportunities
• A gift card as a thank you for your service ​

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