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Federation of Black Canadians

SSLP Mentors (Virtual)

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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 Mentees
    Help 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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