Residential Support Mentor

About Life’s Journey Inc:
Formed in 2005, Life’s Journey Inc. (formally known as FASD Life’s Journey Inc.) is a non-profit Social Services Agency that provides support to individuals who are impacted by neuro-developmental disorders, including Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Life’s Journey strives towards a workforce that has fair representation of the community that we serve.

As a Residential Support Mentor, you will provide direct support to those individuals within our Residential Program.

As a Residential Support Mentor, you will:
• Understand and familiarize with participant’s care plans
• Administer Participant medications & PRNS as required
• Assist the participants during times of crisis;
• Complete daily general duties assigned to each shift in the residence; including but not limited to: meal planning and preparation (cooking), maintenance of home and premises (cleaning),
• Maintain a close working relationship with the Clinical team to ensure participant’s needs are being met

As a Successful Candidate you will possess the following Qualifications and Experience:
• Previous experience working with individuals living with severe Mental Health
• Previously experience working with individuals who engage in substance use
• At least two years’ experience in a related role
• High School Diploma or GED required
• An understanding of Manitoba Licensing Legislation and Regulations
• Ability to present a Satisfactory Child and Adult Abuse Registry check, satisfactory Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector search) and a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract and Driver’s License.
• Hold a valid First Aid CPR Certificate
• The ability to attend work regularly as scheduled or requested.
• An understanding or previous experience with Harm Reduction techniques
• Strong communication skills: Written and Verbal (English)
• Ability to build strong, positive and professional relationships with others
• Demonstrate cultural knowledge competence and participate in agency training for development.
• A safe and reliable vehicle with proof of appropriate insurance on vehicle (at least $2 Million, Third Party Liability)

How to Apply:
Please submit a current resume to careers@LifesJourneyInc.ca. When applying please quote position applied for and job posting number in both the subject line and body of the email.

We thank all those who apply, but only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.