Sooke Mentoring Coordinator – Part-Time

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria and Area is a non-profit agency providing mentoring programs for children and youth. We are currently looking for a highly organized, efficient, caring, and committed individual for the position of Mentoring Coordinator in Sooke.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will implement the Teen Mentoring Program in partnership with identified schools. Tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Liaising with schools, coordinating program delivery and student referrals
• Supporting, training and mentoring youth volunteers
• Completing required administration to ensure safety and compliance with national standards
• Assisting in volunteer recruitment, screening, interviews, recognition, and retention
• Leading program development, promotion and evaluation

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Min 2 years post-secondary education in social/human services, education, etc. Completion of a 4 year post-secondary degree in a related field considered an asset
• Experience living and/or working in Sooke. Current knowledge of local organizations, businesses and service groups considered an asset
• Experience working with children, families and volunteers
• Experience working in and leading youth programs considered an asset
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and problem solving skills
• Strong communication skills and computer skills
• Available to meet with students and community partners during school hours
• Police record check including vulnerable sectors check will be required of successful applicant

Terms of Employment:

• Hours: 10 hours per week (Maximum of 40 hours per month. Hours vary from 5 to 15 hours per week throughout the school year depending on work-plan)
• Salary: 18.50 per hour
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: June 30, 2019 (if funding allows, the position would run again in the 2019-2020 school year)

To Apply: Please email your resume to Lilaine Galway, Coordinator of Outreach Services, Main.Victoria@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca   Closing Date: November 16, 2018   We thank all those who apply; however, only short listed candidates will be contacted, Lilaine Galway lilaine.galway@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca